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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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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 research and proof-of-concept validates the exciting potential of quantum batteries to achieve rapid, scalable charging and energy storage at room temperature, laying the groundwork for next-gen energy solutions," Dr. Quach said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

The potential payday validates the company’s yearslong strategy to stay put as rivals pulled out—a giant win for Chief Executive Mike Wirth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 15, 2026

Does that mean Oklahoma City, the champion last season and the team with the best record this season, is the small-market team that validates the NBA salary cap?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 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