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verify

Pronunciation: [ˈvɛrɪfaɪ]

Word

Learn how to use verify in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “information”

(verb) to check if something is true or correct. It’s like making sure that a story you heard is real or that your answers on a test are right.

Example

I will verify the details of the event before I tell everyone about it.

Example

She didn't verify the answers, so some of them were wrong.

Example

Can you verify if this information is accurate?

Context: “security”

(verb) to confirm someone's identity or to make sure they have permission for something. This can happen when someone shows a badge to enter a secure place.

Example

The guard will verify your identity before letting you in.

Example

They couldn't verify his identity without the proper documents.

Example

How does the system verify a person's identity?

How to pronounce verify

Pronunciation: [ˈvɛrɪfaɪ]

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