Entity: VALIDATE
In modern slang, 'validate' is used to express acceptance, approval, or affirmation towards something or someone, indicating that it meets the speaker's standards or expectations.
VALIDATE
Etymology
The word 'validate' originated in the mid-17th century, initially tied to legal authority and formalities.
Definition
In modern usage, 'validate' means to affirm the acceptability, legitimacy, or worthiness of something or someone, often in informal contexts.
Historical Context
Originally used in legal contexts to make something legally valid, 'validate' now extends to nonlegal and informal settings.
Cultural Significance
In Gen Z slang, 'validate' is commonly used on social media to express approval or affirmation towards something or someone.
Related Concepts
Similar concepts include affirmation, acceptance, and approval.
See Also
To validate is to affirm the acceptability, legitimacy, or worthiness of something or someone, often in informal contexts.