validly (B2)
adverb
Pronunciation: /ˈvælɪdli/
Definition
In a way that is legally or officially acceptable, or based on sound reasoning.
Examples
The company's financial statements were validly audited.
She argued that the decision was not validly reached.
He claimed the ticket was validly purchased.
How to Use validly
- validly argue (collocation)
- To present reasons or evidence that are legally or logically sound. — "The lawyer could validly argue that his client was not present at the scene."
- validly claim (collocation)
- To state that one has a right to something or that something is true, in a way that is legally or logically acceptable. — "He validly claimed the inheritance after proving his relation."
- validly issued (collocation)
- To have been officially given or granted in a correct and lawful manner. — "The passport was validly issued by the government."
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