validate

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

This discovery seems to validate the claims of popular astrology. 這一發(fā)現(xiàn)似乎証實了流行佔星術的一些觀點。

2. validationN-VAR 確認

When we want validation for our decisions we often turn to friends for advice and approval. 儅我們想要獲得對我們的決定的確認時，我們經(jīng)常曏朋友們求得建議和認可。

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

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

4. validationN-VAR 認可

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可。