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verification

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌvɛrəfɪˈkeɪʃən/ · UK /ˌverɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

verification means: The process of checking that something is correct or true.

noun

CHECKING ACCURACYC1

The process of checking that something is correct or true.

  • The website sent a verification code.
  • Your application needs further verification.
  • Verification of these figures may take several days.

How to use it: verification of something (The service requires verification of your address.)

Similar words: checking, validation

Common phrases: identity verification, verification code, verification of something

CONFIRMING TRUTHC1

Proof or confirmation that something is true or that someone is who they claim to be.

  • We need independent verification of his story.
  • The letter provided verification of her employment.
  • Did you receive written verification of the booking?

How to use it: verification of something (We received verification of her identity.)

Similar words: confirmation, authentication

Common phrases: written verification, verification of something

Questions about verification

What does verification mean?

The process of checking that something is correct or true.

What is verification in other languages?

Türkçe: doğrulama · Español: verificación · Français: vérification · Deutsch: Überprüfung · Italiano: verifica · 日本語: 確認

How do you pronounce verification?

In American English /ˌvɛrəfɪˈkeɪʃən/; in British English /ˌverɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/.

How do you use verification in a sentence?

The website sent a verification code. Your application needs further verification.

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