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/ˈver.ə.faɪd/
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Confirmed by evidence, authority, or formal proof, especially after checking facts, identity, documents, or legal statements.
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Examples

  • The article cited verified sources.
  • The auditor verified the figures before signing the report.
  • We verified that the link was safe.
  • The technician verified the system after the repair.
  • Her identity was verified before the interview.

Similar words

substantiated
substantiated
corroborated
validated
checked
proven
confirmed
validated
sworn
certified

Meanings

Confirmed as true or genuine

adjective
everyday
neutral
Checked against evidence or an authority and accepted as true, accurate, or genuine.

Examples

  • The verified account has a blue checkmark.
  • Only verified documents will be accepted.
  • The article cited verified sources.
  • Her identity was verified before the interview.
  • The lab published verified results.
  • A verified seller must prove that the business is real.

Similar words

confirmed
authenticated
validated
certified
proven
substantiated

Checked and confirmed

verb
everyday
neutral
Checked something and found it to be true, accurate, real, or in the expected state.

Examples

  • The auditor verified the figures before signing the report.
  • She verified his identity at the front desk.
  • We verified that the link was safe.
  • The technician verified the system after the repair.
  • They verified the story with two witnesses.
  • I verified the spelling in the original record.

Similar words

checked
confirmed
validated
authenticated
corroborated
substantiated

Confirmed by oath

verb
legal
formal
Confirmed a statement, claim, or document in a legal setting by oath, affidavit, or similar formal proof.

Examples

  • The complaint was verified before it was filed.
  • Her affidavit verified the facts in the petition.
  • The lawyer submitted a verified motion.
  • The claim must be verified by oath.
  • A verified statement carries formal legal weight.
  • The declaration verified the applicant's identity.

Similar words

attested
sworn
certified
confirmed
authenticated

Etymology

From the verb verify, which came through Middle English and Anglo-French from Medieval Latin verificare, formed from Latin verus meaning "true" and a form of facere meaning "to make".

FAQ

What does verified mean?

Verified means checked and confirmed as true, accurate, genuine, or formally supported.

Is verified an adjective?

Yes. Verified can describe something that has been confirmed, such as a verified account or document.

Is verified also a verb form?

Yes. Verified is the past tense and past participle of verify, as in she verified the address.

What is a verified account?

A verified account is one whose identity or authenticity has been checked by a platform or authority.

What is the opposite of verified?

The clearest opposite is unverified, meaning not yet checked or confirmed.

Does verified mean proven?

Verified often means proven through checking, but the strength of the proof depends on the context.

What is the difference between verified and confirmed?

Confirmed can be broad, while verified usually suggests a check against facts, evidence, records, or authority.

What does verified mean in law?

In law, verified can mean confirmed by oath, affidavit, deposition, or another formal method.

Where does verified come from?

Verified comes from verify, ultimately linked to Latin verus, meaning true.

Can a rumor be verified?

A rumor becomes verified only when reliable evidence or an authority confirms it.

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