Definitions

verify

[ver-uh-fahy] / ˈvɛr əˌfaɪ /

VERB

confirm, validate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authenticate certify check corroborate demonstrate double-check establish find out justify prove substantiate

STRONG

attest debunk document eye eyeball peg settle size support test try

WEAK

add up bear out check out check up check up on hold up make certain make sure pan out size up stand up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse contradict deny discredit disprove hide invalidate reject

Example Sentences

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All of its software is open-source, allowing third parties to inspect its code and verify that it performs as advertised.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The LA Local could not independently verify those claims beyond confirming the petition had been filed with the city.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Open Rent said it offered its "sympathies" to those "affected by fraudulent activities" but claimed it had "a comprehensive vetting system in place to verify the legitimacy of landlords and properties listed on our platform".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

He didn't ask us to verify who we were or offer any health checks for us to look at.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

“I merely want, Mr. Jaggers,” said I, “to assure myself that what I have been told is true. I have no hope of its being untrue, but at least I may verify it.”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens

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