adj
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adj
1
Based on sound reasoning; well-founded and hard to argue against.
"She raised a valid concern about the budget."
"That's a valid point — we should look into it."
2
Legally or officially acceptable; meeting the required conditions.
"Your passport is still valid for another two years."
How to Use Valid
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCorrect, sound, or officially acceptable — whether that's an argument, a ticket, or an ID.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
valid reason
valid passport
still valid
no longer valid
Word Forms
more valid comparative, most valid superlative
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Etymology
From Latin validus, "strong", from valere, "to be strong or worth something".