as in proof
the act or process of showing that something is true, real, or accurate
She asked for verification of his identity.
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of verification
If your state performs signature verification — matching the signature on a ballot envelope to another signature the elections office has on file — your ballot might be rejected.
—
Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
The company continues to focus on expanding its verification services and managing costs effectively.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
The company has more than 1,000 employees and verification centers in cities such as Toronto, Hong Kong and Tokyo.
—Adrienne Roberts, Detroit Free Press, 8 Nov. 2024
Counting mail-in ballots involves additional layers of processing and verification; in some states, the work begins when ballots are received, while in other states, counting begins on Election Day.
—Time Staff, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for verification 
Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 14 Nov. 2024
The company continues to focus on expanding its verification services and managing costs effectively.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 12 Nov. 2024
The company has more than 1,000 employees and verification centers in cities such as Toronto, Hong Kong and Tokyo.
—Adrienne Roberts, Detroit Free Press, 8 Nov. 2024
Counting mail-in ballots involves additional layers of processing and verification; in some states, the work begins when ballots are received, while in other states, counting begins on Election Day.
—Time Staff, TIME, 5 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for verification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verification
Noun
-
On-site registration is required; bring an ID and a piece of mail as proof of residence in the 53206 ZIP code.Sarah Volpenhein, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
-
Having proof of a steady income can significantly improve your chances of securing financing, even with low credit.True Tamplin, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
If remains are found on tribal lands, are more than 50 years old or otherwise suspected to be Native Hawaiian, medical examiners contact the Department of Land and Natural Resources' State Historic Preservation Division for confirmation.CBS News, CBS News, 27 Nov. 2024
-
This caused widespread concern, leading to numerous calls from voters seeking confirmation that their votes had been counted, according to Navajo Nation Speaker’s Office.Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 27 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
The company's management has identified material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting, primarily due to insufficient resources and inadequate documentation of internal control policies.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 19 Nov. 2024
-
Studio walked you through your first project, but the documentation does a decent enough job of answering many questions.Jordan Minor, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
As evidence, readers may recall an earlier op-ed of mine this year about how, because of my family history, my doctor recommended a calcium test that measures arterial plaque buildup, despite my apparent good health.David McGrath, Chicago Tribune, 28 Nov. 2024
-
There has been evidence showing that the out-of-home food environment has impacts on childhood energy intake.Anuradha Varanasi, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near verification
Cite this Entry
“Verification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verification. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share