validating

/ˈvælɪdeɪtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Making someone feel that their feelings, thoughts, or experiences are accepted and respected.
    • The teacher's validating feedback encouraged the student to keep trying.
    • A validating comment from a friend can really boost your confidence.
    • She found his listening ear very validating during a difficult time.
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noun
  1. The act of checking or proving that something is true, correct, or acceptable.
    • Validating the data took longer than expected.
    • The software handles the validating of user accounts automatically.
    • Validating the results is an important step in any experiment.
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