validation
Translation
validation, confirmation, approval, verification
Examples
The data requires validation before use.
The data requires validation before use.
He is always seeking validation from others.
He is always seeking validation from others.
Grammar Patterns
validation of ((sth.)) the act of checking (sth.) The validation of the data is complete.
to seek validation to look for approval from others He is always seeking validation from others.
Similar Words
Synonyms: confirmation, verification, approval; Antonyms: invalidation, rejection
Etymology
From 'validate' + '-ion' (noun-forming suffix indicating an action or process).
Memory Tips
'Validation' is the *action* or *result* of making something 'valid'.