validating reply

[VAL-i-day-ting ri-PLAI]
noun phrasepl: validating replies
resposta validadora / resposta de validação
1. A response that confirms, affirms, or acknowledges the correctness, legitimacy, or acceptability of something previously stated or proposed
The manager's validating reply confirmed that the project proposal met all requirements.
A resposta validadora do gerente confirmou que a proposta do projeto atendeu a todos os requisitos.
2. In communication and psychology, a response that recognizes and accepts another person's feelings, experiences, or perspectives as legitimate and understandable
She appreciated his validating reply to her concerns about the relationship.
Ela apreciou a sua resposta de validação às suas preocupações sobre o relacionamento.
3. In technical or formal contexts, a communication that confirms data, processes, or submissions have been verified and accepted
The system sent a validating reply once the form was properly completed.
O sistema enviou uma resposta de validação assim que o formulário foi preenchido corretamente.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'validating reply' has become increasingly important in contemporary communication, particularly in mental health discussions, customer service, and digital interactions. The concept reflects a cultural shift toward emotional intelligence and recognition of diverse perspectives. In Brazil, this term is frequently used in psychological and therapeutic contexts, while in the USA it's prominent in both interpersonal and technical/digital communications.
NYC Slang
co-sign
Synonyms / Sinônimos
confirming responseacknowledgmentaffirmationverification responsereassuring reply
Antonyms / Antônimos
rejectiondismissalrefutationdenial

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resposta validadora / resposta de validação
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
resposta de validação
Commonly used in business and technical communications
Rio de Janeiro
resposta que valida
More conversational phrasing preferred
Portugal
resposta de validação / resposta validadora
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; slightly more formal tone preferred

Related Words

validationconfirmacknowledgeverifyaffirmationrecognitionapprovalconfirmation message

Related Idioms & Phrases

give someone the green light
thumbs up
seal of approval
validate someone's feelings
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