Definition

Adjective: 1. Confirmed as true or accurate; having been subjected to and passed a process of verification: Describes a statement, claim, fact, or piece of information whose truth, authenticity, or accuracy has been established through evidence, investigation, or a formal checking procedure.

Usage

The adjective "verified" is used to describe nouns, indicating they have been proven correct. It often precedes the noun it modifies (e.g., a verified account, verified facts) or follows a linking verb like "is," "was," or "has been." * It is commonly used in formal, academic, journalistic, and technical contexts to lend credibility. * On social media platforms, a "verified" badge indicates an account's authenticity has been confirmed by the platform.

Examples

• The journalist only published information from verified sources.
• Before making the payment, ensure the recipient's details are verified.
• This is a verified report of the incident, not just a rumor.
• The laboratory results have been verified by an independent team.

Advanced Usage

• "Independently verified": Verified by a separate, unbiased party, adding a higher degree of credibility.
  • The election results were independently verified by international observers.
• "Verified by": Used to specify the agent or method of verification.
  • The signature was verified by a handwriting expert.

Variants and Related Words

• Verify (verb): To prove, confirm, or check the truth or accuracy of something.
  • Please verify your email address by clicking the link we sent.
• Verifiable (adjective): Capable of being verified.
  • A scientific hypothesis must be verifiable through experimentation.
• Verification (noun): The process of verifying or the state of being verified.
  • The verification of your identity is required to open an account.

Synonyms

• Confirmed
• Authenticated
• Validated
• Certified
• Substantiated

Antonyms

• Unverified
• Unconfirmed
• Alleged
• Unsubstantiated

Adjective

1. proved to be true
   • a verified claim