validity

noun C1

Meaning

Validity refers to the extent to which a concept, conclusion, or measurement accurately reflects the reality it purports to represent, encompassing both the soundness of the reasoning underlying the inference and the appropriateness of the methods employe
💡 It is important to distinguish between different types of validity, such as internal and external, to avoid conflating the accuracy of a measurement with its applicability to broader contexts.

Example Sentences

The validity of the contract depends on both parties' signatures .
The validity of the contract depends on both signatures being present .
The validity of the study depends on the sample size used .

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