authentication
Translation
authentication, verification, validation
Examples
Password authentication is required.
Password authentication is required.
The museum provides authentication for artworks.
The museum provides authentication for artworks.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) authentication the process of proving something is genuine Password authentication is required.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verification, validation, confirmation
Etymology
From 'authenticate'. The '-ion' suffix creates a noun referring to the act or process.
Memory Tips
Think of the process of logging into a website; that's 'authentication'.