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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.

Examples

Please verify your email.

Verify the date first.

I can verify that.

She verified the address online.

We must verify the facts.

He verified the time today.

The detective tried to verify the witness statement.

Detective

I need to verify my flight details before leaving.

Travel

The teacher will verify that everyone finished the test.

School Life

We must verify the authenticity of the ancient scroll.

History

Please verify these figures before the board meeting starts.

Business

I apologize and will verify the shipping status immediately.

Apology

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.

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