verification
Verification is the process of establishing the truth, accuracy, or validity of something through formal evidence or investigation. It is commonly used when checking facts, documents, or digital identities to ensure they meet specific requirements.
Examples
3 of 5I had to show my driver's license for verification at the security desk.
I was required to present my permit so the security staff could confirm my identity.
The treaty requires international verification of all nuclear facilities.
The agreement demands that global inspectors check and confirm the status of nuclear sites.
I'm still waiting for the verification email to land in my inbox.
I am waiting for the message that allows me to confirm my new account.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'VERdict' (a jury's truth) or 'VERY'. Verification is the process of making sure something is 'VERY true'.
Quick Quiz
The application cannot be processed without the ____ of your signature by a notary.
Correct!
The correct answer is: verification
Examples
I had to show my driver's license for verification at the security desk.
everydayI was required to present my permit so the security staff could confirm my identity.
The treaty requires international verification of all nuclear facilities.
formalThe agreement demands that global inspectors check and confirm the status of nuclear sites.
I'm still waiting for the verification email to land in my inbox.
informalI am waiting for the message that allows me to confirm my new account.
Peer review is a crucial stage in the verification of scientific theories.
academicThe process of experts checking work is essential for proving scientific ideas are correct.
The bank's verification of your income may take several business days.
businessThe financial institution needs a few days to check and confirm how much money you earn.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Two-step verification
A security process requiring two different forms of identification.
Certificate of verification
An official document proving that something has been checked and approved.
Background verification
The act of checking a person's history, such as employment or criminal records.
Often Confused With
Verification checks if a product or fact is correct/true, while validation checks if it meets the user's needs or is legally acceptable.
Usage Notes
Use 'verification' when talking about the act of checking facts or identity. It is a formal noun and is often used in technical, legal, or security contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use the verb 'verify' when they need the noun 'verification' (e.g., saying 'The verify of the data' instead of 'The verification of the data').
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'VERdict' (a jury's truth) or 'VERY'. Verification is the process of making sure something is 'VERY true'.
Word Origin
From the Latin 'verus' (meaning true) and '-ficatio' (meaning the act of making or doing).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In the digital age, 'verification' is synonymous with social media 'blue checks' which denote that an account is authentic.
Quick Quiz
The application cannot be processed without the ____ of your signature by a notary.
Correct!
The correct answer is: verification
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