noun
Uncommon
validation
val-uh-DAY-shuhn
Validation (noun) means the act of confirming that something is correct, genuine, or meets a standard. Example: “The new checkout page runs validation on every field before submitting.”
noun
1
The act of confirming that something is correct, genuine, or meets a standard.
"The new checkout page runs validation on every field before submitting."
"The form rejects the postcode because the validation rules expect a different format."
"Before the software goes live, it needs validation by an independent testing team."
2
Recognition or confirmation that someone's feelings or opinions are reasonable.
"He posted the photo online, hungry for a bit of validation."
"After a hard week, a kind word from her manager felt like real validation."
"Children need validation from their parents when they describe their fears, not dismissal."
How to use validation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishProof that something checks out, or the emotional reassurance that your feelings are legitimate.
Common pairings
seek validation
data validation
validation process
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Etymology
From "validate" + the noun-forming suffix "-ion".
Synonyms
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Rhymes for validation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
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Frequently asked questions
What does “validation” mean?
The word “validation” means the act of confirming that something is correct, genuine, or meets a standard. In plain terms, proof that something checks out, or the emotional reassurance that your feelings are legitimate.
How do you pronounce “validation”?
“Validation” is pronounced val-uh-DAY-shuhn (/ˌvæl.əˈdeɪ.ʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “validation” in a sentence?
Here is “validation” used in a sentence: “The new checkout page runs validation on every field before submitting.”
What part of speech is “validation”?
“Validation” is a noun.
Is “validation” a common word?
“Validation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “validation” have?
“Validation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of confirming that something is correct, genuine, or meets a standard.
What is the difference between validation and verification?
Validation confirms that something meets a required standard or is correct and fit for purpose, while verification checks that something has been done accurately according to specifications or facts. In technical fields, verification often asks 'was it built correctly,' while validation asks 'was the right thing built.'
Is validation always about emotions, or can it apply to facts and data?
Validation applies to both emotional support and factual or technical confirmation, such as validating data, a document, or a process to ensure it is correct and meets required standards, as well as validating someone's feelings in a personal conversation.
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