validate

1. V-T To validate something such as a claim or statement means to prove or confirm that it is true or correct. 證實(shí)[正式]

This discovery seems to validate the claims of popular astrology. 這一發(fā)現(xiàn)似乎證實(shí)了流行占星術(shù)的一些觀點(diǎn)。

2. validationN-VAR 確認(rèn)

When we want validation for our decisions we often turn to friends for advice and approval. 當(dāng)我們想要獲得對我們的決定的確認(rèn)時，我們經(jīng)常向朋友們求得建議和認(rèn)可。

3. V-T To validate a person, state, or system means to prove or confirm that they are valuable or worthwhile. 證實(shí)…有價值

The Academy Awards appear to validate his career. 這些奧斯卡金像獎看來證實(shí)了他的職業(yè)生涯的價值。

4. validationN-VAR 認(rèn)可

I think the film is a validation of our lifestyle. 我想這部電影是對我們的生活方式的一種認(rèn)可。