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verify
Transitive Verb
past: verifiedpp: verifieding: verifying

This term carries a strong connotation of officialdom and precision, often appearing in legal, technical, or administrative contexts. It implies a rigorous process of cross-referencing a claim against a trusted source or a set of specifications to eliminate doubt.

In software engineering and systems design, the word takes on a specific technical meaning regarding the correctness of a product. It focuses on whether the system was built according to the design requirements, distinguishing it from validation, which asks if the right system was built for the user.

Meanings

Transitive Verbverify
[~ something][~ that clause]

To establish the truth, accuracy, or validity of something through evidence or investigation.

The bank needs to verify your identity before opening the account.

Transitive Verbverify
[~ something]

To check that a system, process, or piece of software performs its intended function correctly according to specifications.

The engineers must verify the code before the software is released to the public.

Phrasal Verbs

verify against

to check a piece of information by comparing it with a trusted source or standard

The accountant verified the expense reports against the original receipts.

Related Words

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