Definitions

verify

[ver-uh-fahy] / ˈvɛr əˌfaɪ /

VERB

confirm, validate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

authenticate certify check corroborate demonstrate double-check establish find out justify prove substantiate

STRONG

attest debunk document eye eyeball peg settle size support test try

WEAK

add up bear out check out check up check up on hold up make certain make sure pan out size up stand up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal confuse contradict deny discredit disprove hide invalidate reject

Example Sentences

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It was independently confirmed by The Wall Street Journal, which wasn’t able to verify the exact contents of the letter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Once the court flagged concerns, Romeyn disclosed using AI and admitted that he had reviewed and verified several of the citations but did not verify every single citation prior to filing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Particular concerns center on the reliability of valuation practices and the quality of disclosure, especially as funds scale and performance becomes harder to independently verify.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

The BBC has not been able to independently verify her account or identity, but has contacted her attorney for comment.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The first thing he wanted to verify was Edith’s marital status.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day

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