English · Science & Technology
valid
/ˈvæl.ɪd/
[/ˈvæl.ɪd/]
sound and well founded
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Valid means based on good reasoning or true facts, so it can be accepted. A valid argument follows logically from its evidence.
Example
That is a valid point in the debate.
That is a valid point in the debate.
Etymology
From Latin 'validus' meaning strong.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to describe sound arguments and methods.