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valid

Syllabification: (val·id)
Pronunciation: /ˈvalid/
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Definition of valid

adjective

  • (of an argument or point) having a sound basis in logic or fact; reasonable or cogent:a valid criticism
  • legally binding due to having been executed in compliance with the law:a valid contract
  • legally or officially acceptable:the visas are valid for thirty days a valid password

Derivatives

validly

adverb

Origin:

late 16th century: from French valide or Latin validus 'strong', from valere 'be strong'

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