validates

VERB

ascertain the truth, authenticity of something

Synonyms

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approve certify confirm corroborate endorse justify legalize legitimize ratify substantiate verify

STRONG

authenticate authorize constitute okay sanction

WEAK

John Hancock bear out give stamp of approval give the go-ahead give the green light give the nod make binding make legal make stick rubber-stamp set seal on sign off on

Antonyms

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contradict deny disagree disallow disapprove discredit disprove invalidate oppose refuse reject repudiate veto

Example Sentences

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In this case, Alphabet’s interest in space data centers validates Musk’s plans, which underpin SpaceX’s massive valuation.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Block topped expectations with its latest quarterly results, which management says validates the financial-technology company’s recent high-profile move to cut more than 40% of staffers and double down on artificial intelligence.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

A pattern emerges: The crowd suspects a problem, then Pangram validates the suspicion, stokes the mob, and sells the solution.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

The rule also validates the inclusion of lifetime income solutions, such as annuities, for American workers who need predictability in retirement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

If you have a heterogeneous class make up of many different ethnicities, abilities, races, providing activities validates who they are as people, and sends a message that their voices are valued.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin