Validity

Pronunciation: /vəˈlɪdəti/

Definitions of validity

noun the quality of being logically or factually sound; the state of being valid or acceptable

Example Sentences

A1 The validity of my passport is still good for another year.

A2 The validity of the coupon has expired, so we can't use it anymore.

B1 The validity of the study's findings was called into question due to methodological errors.

B2 The validity of the scientific theory was confirmed through multiple experiments and peer review.

C1 The validity of the contract was upheld in court, as all parties had agreed to its terms.

C2 The validity of the research methodology was scrutinized by experts in the field before publication.

Examples of validity in a Sentence

formal The validity of the scientific study was confirmed through rigorous testing and peer review.

informal They questioned the validity of his excuse for being late.

slang I don't buy the validity of her story.

figurative The validity of their friendship was tested during difficult times.

Grammatical Forms of validity

• plural: validities
• comparative: more valid
• superlative: most valid
• present tense: validates
• future tense: will validate
• perfect tense: has validated
• continuous tense: is validating
• singular: validity
• positive degree: valid
• infinitive: to validate
• gerund: validating
• participle: validated

Origin and Evolution of validity

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'validity' originated from the Latin word 'validitas', which is derived from the Latin word 'validus' meaning strong or powerful.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of strength or power, the term 'validity' evolved over time to refer to the quality of being logically or factually sound, especially in relation to arguments, evidence, or reasoning.