Meaning & use
valid
Well founded or acceptable for the purpose being considered.
See it in a sentence
You have a valid reason to request more time.
The editor raised a valid concern about the missing sources.
A note on using this word
In formal logic, a valid argument has a conclusion that must follow if its premises are true; validity alone does not establish those premises.
Words with a similar meaning
soundreasonable
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Words with an opposite meaning
invalidunsound
Another way to use it
2. adjective
Officially acceptable or still in effect.
Your ticket is valid for one return trip today.
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