Definitions: (1) to demonstrate, support, or prove the truth or value of something; (2) to receive an appreciation of one’s own ideals and ideals; (3) self-validation <the feeling of recognizing, confirming, or establishing one’s own worthiness or legitimacy>; (4) loving and being loved
Derivation: Latin, “strong,” “firm”
Quotes: To see yourself, and for others to see you, is a form of validation. — Mickalene Thomas (1971-) African-American visual artist