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verification Word Meanings
- the act of confirming or proving something to be true
- a process to establish the accuracy of information
- the confirmation of something's authenticity
verification Example Sentences
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verification Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
US
/ˌvɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
verification Word Etymology
veri- = true + -fication = making; originates from Latin through Old French into English. Visualize a scientist verifying a hypothesis under a bright laboratory light, confirming its truth.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
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Verification is the act of checking that something is true, accurate, or authentic. It applies to data, documents, claims, and identities, and usually involves comparing information to a trusted standard, running tests, or seeking independent confirmation. In science and law, verification builds reliability and credibility; in everyday life people verify receipts, balances, or results of tasks. Learners should note that verification aims to prove truth, while validation often concerns usefulness or applicability in a given context.
Usage Reminders
- Verify a claim with evidence rather than simply asserting it.
- Remember that verification proves truth, while validation assesses usefulness.
- Use verification for processes and verified for results.
- Collocate with data, documents, claims, or identity checks: verify the data; verify the documents.
- In formal writing, say the verification process was completed.
Common Misconceptions
- Verification = authentication; they are different concepts
- Verification proves something true in all cases
- You can verify without any evidence
- Verify is only used for people, not data
- Verification and validation are interchangeable in all contexts
Thinking Differences
In English, verification is often framed as proving truth with evidence, and learners may default to using verification where validation or authentication is more appropriate. Focus on collocations like verify data, verify a claim, and verification process.
Learning Tips
- Study common collocations: verify data, verify a claim, verification process
- Distinguish verify vs confirm vs validate depending on context
- Use passive structures for formal reports: The data were verified
- Practice past participle forms: verified, verifiable
- Read sample sentences in scientific and legal contexts
- Create your own examples from real-world sources
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of 'verification'?
A.A tool
B.A process
C.A color
D.A feeling
Step 2: Usage
In which one of the following sentences is 'verification' used correctly?
A.She danced with verification.
B.Please verification the documents.
C.The verification of his identity was necessary.
D.The sky was verification blue.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which word is a synonym of 'verification'?
A.Denial
B.Validation
C.Rejection
D.Suspicion
Step 4: Opposite Words
Which word is an antonym of 'verification'?
A.Invalidation
B.Confirmation
C.Approval
D.Certainty
Step 5: Mastery
How is 'verification' applied in the context of online banking security?
A.Never changing passwords
B.Ignoring security checks
C.Sharing personal information publicly
D.Verifying a user's password
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