Crosschecked: meaning, definitions and examples
✔️
crosschecked
[ ˈkrɔsˌʧɛkt ]
verification process
Crosschecked refers to the action of corroborating or verifying information by comparing it with another source. This ensures accuracy and reliability in data or statements. The term is commonly used in research, science, and various fields where validation is crucial.
Synonyms
confirmed, validated, verified.
Examples of usage
- I crosschecked the facts before publishing my article.
- The auditor crosschecked the financial records.
- She crosschecked the references in her thesis.
Translations
Translations of the word "crosschecked" in other languages:
🇵🇹 verificado cruzado
🇮🇳 क्रॉसचेक किया गया
🇩🇪 kreuzgeprüft
🇮🇩 diperiksa silang
🇺🇦 перевірено кросом
🇵🇱 sprawdzony krzyżowo
🇯🇵 クロスチェックされた
🇫🇷 vérifié croisé
🇪🇸 verificado cruzado
🇹🇷 çift kontrol edilmiş
🇰🇷 교차 확인됨
🇸🇦 تم التحقق المتقاطع
🇨🇿 zkontrolováno křížově
🇸🇰 krížovo skontrolované
🇨🇳 交叉检查过的
🇸🇮 preverjeno čez
🇮🇸 krossprófað
🇰🇿 кросс-тексеруден
🇬🇪 გადაკვეთილი
🇦🇿 kross yoxlanmış
🇲🇽 verificado cruzado
Etymology
The term 'crosscheck' originated in the mid-20th century as a combination of 'cross', meaning to intersect or compare, and 'check', which means to verify or examine. The practice of crosschecking became crucial in fields such as journalism, research, and auditing, where accuracy of information is paramount. As information sources proliferated with the advent of the internet and digital media, the need for rigorous crosschecking grew, enabling professionals to ensure their data was reliable and trustworthy. It reflects the broader societal emphasis on accountability and transparency, highlighting the critical role of meticulous verification in maintaining credibility.