validity
gb/vəlˈɪdɪti/ us/vəlˈɪdɪti/
B2
English
~ 8800
megalapozottság, helytállóság, érvényesség, hatályosság, jogi érvényesség, érvényességi idő, érvényességi időtartam, jogosság, indokoltság, létjogosultság, validitás, mérési érvényesség
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
1
Usage pattern:
the validity of [a claim/argument/method]
Several experts have questioned the validity of the study’s conclusions.
Több szakértő is megkérdőjelezte a tanulmány következtetéseinek megalapozottságát.
The lawyer attacked the validity of the witness’s statement.
Az ügyvéd kétségbe vonta a tanú vallomásának hitelességét.
Before we change the policy, we need to examine the validity of these complaints.
New data has cast doubt on the validity of his theory.
She defended the validity of her research methods in the interview.
Learner examples
Some scientists doubt the validity of the results.
Néhány tudós kételkedik az eredmények megalapozottságában.
We must check the validity of this report.
Ellenőriznünk kell ennek a jelentésnek a megalapozottságát.
They tested the validity of the new method.
The teacher asked students to think about the validity of the argument.
The article discusses the validity of these claims.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse "validity" with "truth" or "value". Something can have validity in its reasoning even if some details are later shown to be wrong. Another common mistake is using "validity" where the adjective "valid" is needed, e.g. saying *"This is a validity argument" instead of "This is a valid argument." Also, "validity" is almost always uncountable; avoid forms like *"many validities" in general English.
Meaning
logical or factual soundness
Collocations
question the validity
|challenge the validity
|scientific validity
|empirical validity
|assess the validity
|test the validity
Synonyms
soundness (Stresses strong, solid reasoning or structure, especially in logic and argumentation.)
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credibility (Focuses more on how believable something seems, not just on strict logic or evidence.)
Antonyms
invalidity (Direct opposite, meaning the state of not being logically or factually acceptable.)
Themes
science
|logic
|education
|media
Definition
The quality of an idea or argument being correct because it follows logic and facts.
The state of a claim, argument, or method being logically consistent and supported by facts or evidence.
NOUN
C1
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
the validity of [a contract/law/decision]
The court is reviewing the validity of the new regulation.
A bíróság az új rendelet érvényességét vizsgálja.
They challenged the validity of the contract on the grounds of fraud.
Csalásra hivatkozva megtámadták a szerződés érvényességét.
A signature is required for the validity of the agreement.
Questions were raised about the validity of the election results.
The lawyer argued that the document had no legal validity.
Learner examples
The judge checked the validity of the contract.
A bíró megvizsgálta a szerződés érvényességét.
They went to court to question the validity of the will.
Bírósághoz fordultak, hogy megkérdőjelezzék a végrendelet érvényességét.
Without your signature, the form has no validity.
Her lawyer defended the validity of the agreement.
Some people doubt the validity of the vote.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes mix up "legal" and "valid" and say *"this contract is legal" when they mean "this contract has legal validity" or "this contract is valid." "Legal" can mean simply "not against the law," while "validity" refers to whether a document or act fully works in law (for example, whether a contract can be enforced).
Meaning
legal force or effectiveness
Collocations
legal validity
|the validity of a contract
|the validity of a will
|challenge the validity in court
|question the validity
|confirm the validity
Synonyms
legality (Focuses on being allowed by law in general, while "validity" focuses on having full legal effect.)
Antonyms
illegality (Describes something that is not allowed by law and therefore lacks legal validity.)
Themes
law
|business
|government
Definition
The quality of something, like a contract or law, being accepted by the law and having legal power.
The state of a law, contract, decision, or document being legally accepted and having legal effect.
NOUN
B2
FORMAL
3
Usage pattern:
the validity of [a ticket/passport/visa]
The validity of the ticket is limited to one day.
A jegy érvényességi ideje egy napra korlátozódik.
Please check the validity of your passport before you book your flight.
Kérjük, mielőtt lefoglalja a repülőjegyét, ellenőrizze útlevele érvényességi idejét.
The card’s validity will be extended for another two years.
Information about the visa’s validity can be found on the embassy website.
After the validity of the permit ends, you must apply again.
Learner examples
The validity of this ticket is three days.
Ennek a jegynek az érvényességi ideje három nap.
My passport is near the end of its validity.
Az útlevelem érvényessége hamarosan lejár.
You can use the card during its validity period.
They want to extend the validity of our work permits.
Please look at the date to see the validity of the pass.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes say *"How long is this ticket valid for its validity?" Instead, ask "How long is this ticket valid?" or "What is the validity of this ticket?" Another mistake is confusing "validity" with "availability"; a product can be available in a shop even if its warranty validity has ended.
Meaning
period something remains valid
Collocations
period of validity
|validity period
|passport validity
|ticket validity
|extend the validity
|validity of the visa
Synonyms
duration (General word for how long something lasts; does not specifically mean "legally/officially valid.")
Antonyms
expiry (Refers to the end of the period when something has validity.)
Themes
travel
|bureaucracy
|business
|time
|law
Definition
The time period when something, like a ticket or passport, can still be used and is accepted as valid.
The length of time during which a document, ticket, license, or similar item remains officially accepted or usable.
NOUN
C1
4
Usage pattern:
the validity of [someone’s feelings/concerns]
The therapist helped her see the validity of her own feelings.
A terapeuta segített neki felismerni a saját érzései jogosságát.
We should acknowledge the validity of their concerns about safety.
El kell ismernünk a biztonsággal kapcsolatos aggodalmaik jogosságát.
He refused to recognize the validity of her anger.
Many people underestimate the validity of emotional reactions in stressful situations.
The manager accepted the validity of the staff’s complaints.
Learner examples
She wants him to see the validity of her feelings.
Azt szeretné, hogy a férfi belássa az érzései jogosságát.
The teacher accepted the validity of the students’ worries.
A tanár elfogadta a diákok aggodalmainak jogosságát.
We should not ignore the validity of their fears.
He does not see the validity of my concern.
My friend helped me understand the validity of my anger.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes overuse words like "right" or "true" instead of "validity" in emotional contexts, saying "my feelings are true" when they mean "my feelings have validity" or "my feelings are valid." Also, "validity" here does not mean that the facts are correct; it means the emotional reaction is understandable and deserves respect.
Meaning
reasonableness of feelings or concerns
Collocations
the validity of his concerns
|the validity of her feelings
|recognize the validity
|acknowledge the validity
|question the validity
Synonyms
legitimacy (Emphasizes that something deserves respect or recognition, not just that it follows logic.)
Antonyms
unreasonableness (Describes feelings or concerns that are seen as not sensible or not deserving serious attention.)
Themes
emotions
|psychology
|relationships
Definition
The quality of a feeling or worry being sensible and something that people should respect.
The state of a feeling, concern, or reaction being reasonable and deserving to be taken seriously.
NOUN
C2
TECHNICAL
5
Usage pattern:
the validity of [a test/measure/study]
Researchers debated the internal validity of the experiment.
A kutatók vitatták a kísérlet belső validitását.
Low response rates can threaten the validity of survey results.
Az alacsony válaszadási arány veszélyeztetheti a felmérési eredmények validitását.
The study’s authors provide strong evidence for the validity of their measurement tool.
Construct validity was tested using several independent methods.
External validity is limited because the sample is not representative.
Learner examples
The scientist worries about the validity of the test.
A tudós aggódik a teszt validitása miatt.
They checked the validity of their survey questions.
Megvizsgálták a kérdőív kérdéseinek validitását.
Many problems can reduce the validity of a study.
High validity is important in psychological tests.
The teacher explained the idea of test validity in class.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse "reliability" and "validity" in research. Reliability is about getting the same result again and again, while validity is about measuring the right thing. A test can be reliable but still have low validity if it consistently measures the wrong thing.
Meaning
accuracy of a test or measure
Collocations
internal validity
|external validity
|construct validity
|criterion validity
|face validity
|threats to validity
Synonyms
accuracy (General word for being correct; in research, "validity" is more specific to whether the measure matches the concept.)
Antonyms
bias (Refers to systematic error that reduces the validity of a test or study.)
Themes
science
|psychology
|education
|statistics
Definition
In science and testing, how well a test or study really measures what it says it measures, and supports its results.
In research and testing, the extent to which a test, experiment, or measurement actually measures what it is intended to measure or supports the conclusions drawn from it.
Grammar
Dictionary form
validity
IPA
GB/vəlˈɪdɪti/
US/vəlˈɪdɪti/
Syllables & stress
valid - ity (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ity)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: validity
- Plural: validities, validity
Word family
Forms
validities
noun
Core family
Related words
validly
adverb
validator
noun
Negative and opposite forms
Advanced or less common
revalidate
verb
revalidation
noun
Expressions
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