verified
Pronunciation: [ˈvɛrɪfaɪd]
Word
Context: "authentication"
(verb) to check if something is true or correct. It means making sure that information is real or right. For example, when a teacher checks if a student's answer is right, they are verifying it.
Example
She verified the information by checking it with two different sources.
Example
He didn’t verify the facts, so he ended up sharing incorrect details.
Example
Did you verify the address before sending the package?
Context: "certification"
(adjective) describes something that has been confirmed as true or correct. If something is verified, it means it has been checked and approved. For example, you might say a verified badge shows that a social media account is real.
Example
The verified account had a blue checkmark next to the name.
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The information from that unverified source might not be true.
Example
Is his claim verified by any official organization?
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