verifying
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈvɛɹəˌfaɪɪŋ// UK //vˈɛɹɪfˌaɪɪŋ// ver·i·fy·ing
v. checking that something is true, accurate, or real. You do this to make sure there are no mistakes.
v. establishing the truth, accuracy, or reality of something through evidence or investigation. Often involves comparing data against a reliable source or standard.
The bank is verifying my identity before opening the account.
The software is currently verifying the integrity of the downloaded files to ensure no data was corrupted.
Before the results were published, a team of independent researchers spent months verifying the data to ensure the findings were statistically significant and reproducible.
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, often a noun phrase or a 'that' clause.