CEFR B2

validating

verb (present participle)

Meaning

Confirming the truth, accuracy, or legitimacy of something, or providing emotional support by acknowledging someone's feelings as reasonable.

Examples

The scientists spent months validating the experimental data to ensure the results were not due to random error.
He felt much better after his therapist spent the session validating his frustrations regarding his workplace environment.

Synonyms: proving, confirming, verifying, substantiating

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validating (B2)

verb (present participle)

Pronunciation: /ˈvælɪdeɪtɪŋ/

Definition

Confirming the truth, accuracy, or legitimacy of something, or providing emotional support by acknowledging someone's feelings as reasonable.

Examples

The scientists spent months validating the experimental data to ensure the results were not due to random error.
He felt much better after his therapist spent the session validating his frustrations regarding his workplace environment.
The software includes a feature for validating user input to prevent security vulnerabilities.

How to Use validating

validating [noun] (collocation): The act of verifying a specific object or concept. — "He is currently validating the new security protocols."
be validating of [noun] (prepositional phrase): To provide emotional support for someone's feelings. — "The coach was very validating of the team's disappointment after the loss."

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