validate

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

This discovery seems to validate the claims of popular astrology. 这一发现似乎证实了流行占星术的一些观点。

2. validationN-VAR 确认

When we want validation for our decisions we often turn to friends for advice and approval. 当我们想要获得对我们的决定的确认时，我们经常向朋友们求得建议和认可。

3. V-T To validate a person, state, or system means to prove or confirm that they are valuable or worthwhile. 证实…有价值

The Academy Awards appear to validate his career. 这些奥斯卡金像奖看来证实了他的职业生涯的价值。

4. validationN-VAR 认可

I think the film is a validation of our lifestyle. 我想这部电影是对我们的生活方式的一种认可。