Validity

usgb/vəˈlɪdəti/
noun

When something is true and can be trusted.

The validity of her argument was undeniable.
Visual representation of "validity" - When something is true and can be trusted.

Often appears as...

  • question the validity
  • confirm the validity
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Evidential Support

The word 'validity' implies there is evidence backing a claim or idea.

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Her research gains validity with the new data.
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Not Always True

'Validity' doesn't mean the argument is ultimately true, just that it's logically sound.

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Despite its validity, the theory was later disproven.
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