Válido
Example: El argumento presentado no es válido para esta discusión.
Definition
"Válido" describes something that is legally or logically acceptable, appropriate, and effective for a particular purpose or situation, such as a valid argument or a valid document that meets all necessary requirements.
Etymology
The word "válido" comes from the Latin word 'validus,' meaning strong or effective. It entered Spanish retaining the sense of being legally or logically sound. Did you know? The root also gives rise to English words like 'valid' and 'validity.'
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"Válido" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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