Verify

Pronunciation: /ˈverəˌfaɪ/

Definitions of verify

verb to confirm the truth or accuracy of something

Example Sentences

A1 I need to verify my email address before I can access the website.

A2 The bank will verify your identity before processing the transaction.

B1 Please verify the information on your application before submitting it.

B2 The lab technician will verify the test results to ensure accuracy.

C1 The auditor will verify the company's financial records for compliance.

C2 It is important to verify the authenticity of the document before accepting it as evidence.

Examples of verify in a Sentence

formal Please verify your identity by providing a government-issued ID.

informal Can you verify if the meeting is still happening tomorrow?

slang I need to double-check and verify if the party is still on.

figurative It's important to verify the facts before making any decisions.

Grammatical Forms of verify

• past tense: verified
• plural: verifies
• comparative: more verified
• superlative: most verified
• present tense: verify
• future tense: will verify
• perfect tense: has verified
• continuous tense: is verifying
• singular: verifies
• positive degree: verify
• infinitive: to verify
• gerund: verifying
• participle: verified

Origin and Evolution of verify

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'verify' originated from the Latin word 'verificare', which is derived from 'verus' meaning true and 'facere' meaning to make.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'verify' has retained its original meaning of confirming the truth or accuracy of something, but has also come to be used in a broader sense in various contexts such as technology and legal matters.