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Valid

/ˈvælɪd/

Well grounded or justifiable, pertinent.

📖 Definitions of "Valid"

adjective
  1. 1

    Well grounded or justifiable, pertinent.

    "I will believe him as soon as he offers a valid answer."

  2. 2

    Acceptable, proper or correct; in accordance with the rules.

    "A valid format for the date is MM/DD/YY."

  3. 3

    Related to the current topic, or presented within context, relevant.

  4. 4

    Of a formula or system: such that it evaluates to true regardless of the input values.

🔄 Synonyms of "Valid"

9 synonyms found via WordNet and Google Books.

WordDefinition
soundnounA sensation perceived by the ear caused by the vibration of air or some other medium.
legitimateverbIn accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements.
logicalReasonable.
bindingnoun(of an agreement, contract, etc.) Imposing stipulations or requirements that must be honoured.
reasonedbased on reasoning; being the result of logical thought
validatedDeclared or made valid.
well-groundedOf an argument, etc.: based on good judgment and solid reasoning.
legalnounRelating to the law or to lawyers.
unexpiredNot having expired.

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WordDefinition
invalidnounNot valid; not true, correct, acceptable or appropriate.

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WordDefinition
validatedverbDeclared or made valid.
reasonedverbbased on reasoning; being the result of logical thought
well-groundedOf an argument, etc.: based on good judgment and solid reasoning.
legitimateIn accordance with the law or established legal forms and requirements.
logicalReasonable.
binding(of an agreement, contract, etc.) Imposing stipulations or requirements that must be honoured.
legalRelating to the law or to lawyers.
sound(of sleep) Quiet and deep.
unexpiredNot having expired.
justifiedverbHaving a justification.
justifiableThat can be justified.
credibleBelievable or plausible.
rightfulBy right; by law.
reliableSuitable or fit to be relied on; worthy of dependence, reliance or trust; dependable, trustworthy
cogentReasonable and convincing; based on evidence.
valuenounThe quality that renders something desirable or valuable; worth.
well-foundedBased on reasoning, evidence and good judgement.
pertinentImportant with regard to (a subject or matter); pertaining; relevant.
reasonableNot excessive or immoderate; within due limits; proper.
true(of a statement) Conforming to the actual state of reality or fact; factually correct.

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