1. Anxiety or worry that is justified, reasonable, or based on real circumstances or legitimate concerns
Her valid anxiety about the surgery stems from real medical risks.
A ansiedade válida dela sobre a cirurgia decorre de riscos médicos reais.
2. Emotional distress that is proportionate and appropriate to the actual situation or stressor
The students' valid anxiety before the exam reflected genuine preparation concerns.
A ansiedade válida dos alunos antes do exame refletia preocupações genuínas de preparação.