Verifiëren
Example: De historicus moest alle bronnen zorgvuldig verifiëren voor het onderzoek.
Definition
"Verifiëren" means to confirm the truth, accuracy, or validity of information, facts, or sources. In the context of history, it involves carefully checking historical sources to ensure their reliability before using them in research or analysis.
Etymology
The word "verifiëren" comes from the Latin verb 'verificare', which means 'to make true' or 'to prove.' It entered Dutch through French influence, reflecting the process of establishing truth or accuracy. Did you know? The root 'veri-' relates to truth, linking the word closely to verification practices.
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"Verifiëren" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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