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val·id

valid

 
 
pronunciation:
vae lihd
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: based on truth, fact, or logic.
It's valid to say that cats have whiskers.His argument is valid.
synonyms:
right
similar words:
accurate, correct, factual, good, legitimate, logical, realistic, solid
definition 2: acceptable by law.
She has a valid license to drive.
synonyms:
legal, legitimate, official
antonyms:
invalid
similar words:
lawful, licensed, sanctioned
derivations: validly (adv.), validness (n.)
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The word valid contains the following part:
val, valu, valid Latin root that means strength; worth