validity

/ˈvælɪdɪti/ Vahl-i-DIT-ee

Definitions

1. noun

the quality or fact of being valid, or the state of being true or correct

“The researcher questioned the validity of the survey’s results.”

2. noun

the extent to which something is valid or true

“The validity of the new law is still being debated.”

3. noun

a certificate or document that confirms something is valid

“The company required a copy of the contract’s validity to process the payment.”

Synonyms

  • authenticity
  • credibility
  • legitimacy

Antonyms

  • falsehood
  • illegitimacy
  • invalidity