Verified: meaning, definitions and examples

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verified

 

[ˈvɛrəˌfaɪd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adjective

social media

Confirmed as true, accurate, or genuine.

Synonyms

authenticated, confirmed, validated.

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Word Description / Examples
verified

Use when you have checked something to ensure it is true or accurate.

  • The results of the experiment were verified by multiple scientists
  • She verified her identity with a driver's license
confirmed

Use in situations where you need to agree on something or make sure a previous statement is true.

  • He confirmed the meeting time via email
  • The weather forecast was confirmed by multiple sources
authenticated

Use when you need to confirm the legitimacy or originality of something, often in legal or official contexts.

  • The document was authenticated by a notary public
  • They authenticated the painting before selling it at auction
validated

Use when you need to approve or recognize the worthiness or accuracy of something, often in testing or approval processes.

  • The software was validated through extensive testing
  • Her feelings were validated by her therapist

Examples of usage

  • The account has been verified by the platform.
  • She received a verified badge on her profile.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'verificare', which means 'to make true'.
  • The 'ver' part of verified relates to authenticity, like 'veritas', the Latin word for truth.
  • It entered English in the 15th century, showing how long humans have sought to establish truth.

Science

  • In scientific studies, verification is crucial to provide reliable results that can be trusted.
  • Peer review processes in research serve to verify the accuracy of findings before publication.
  • Verified data is key for scientists to build upon and further their understanding of phenomena.

Technology

  • In the digital world, verification helps ensure the identities of users, preventing fraud.
  • Verification processes, like two-factor authentication, add an extra layer of security.
  • Social media platforms often use the 'verified' badge to indicate legitimate accounts.

Law

  • In legal contexts, verification is used to confirm the authenticity of documents or evidence.
  • Affidavits are types of sworn statements that verify facts accepted by law as truth.
  • Verification processes uphold the integrity of legal proceedings.

Pop Culture

  • In movies, characters often seek verification of secrets to unfold plot twists, enhancing suspense.
  • Popular shows sometimes incorporate themes of verification as characters search for truth, like detective series.
  • Many social media influencers seek verification to establish credibility and trust with followers.

Translations

Translations of the word "verified" in other languages:

🇵🇹 verificado

🇮🇳 सत्यापित

🇩🇪 verifiziert

🇮🇩 terverifikasi

🇺🇦 перевірений

🇵🇱 zweryfikowany

🇯🇵 確認済み

🇫🇷 vérifié

🇪🇸 verificado

🇹🇷 doğrulanmış

🇰🇷 확인됨

🇸🇦 مؤكد

🇨🇿 ověřený

🇸🇰 overený

🇨🇳 已验证

🇸🇮 preverjeno

🇮🇸 staðfest

🇰🇿 расталған

🇬🇪 დამოწმებული

🇦🇿 təsdiqlənmiş

🇲🇽 verificado

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,152 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.