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verify

/ˈvɛr.ɪ.faɪ/

[/ˈvɛr.ɪ.faɪ/]

to check the truth of

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Definition

To verify is to check that something is true or correct. Students verify their answers by testing them.

Example

Verify your answer by substituting the value back.

Verify your answer by substituting the value back.

Etymology

From Latin 'verus' (true) and 'facere' (to make).

How & Where It’s Used

An exam command word asking students to confirm a result.

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