VALIDLY Synonyms: 45 Similar and Opposite Words

validly

adverb

Definition of validly

as in justifiably

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Recent Examples of validly Some of this is also validly driven by zoonotic and emerging diseases and is intended to keep our pets and us safe. — Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 26 July 2026 The French Cour d’appel de Versailles determined that a child could claim against assets located in France even though the decedent had validly designated the succession laws of a foreign country that did not recognize forced heirship. — Virginia La Torre Jeker, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Each branch of government derives its authority from the trust placed in it by the People, and Congress has validly determined that this Act helps to maintain that trust by shining some light on the activities of the President and his aides. — Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 20 May 2026 Cannon’s decision held that if a prosecutor was not validly appointed, dismissal of the case is the only remedy. — Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Nov. 2025 If Halligan wasn’t validly appointed, the indictment may be legally void. — Cassandra Burke Robertson, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2025

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Now essentially out of power, the public-health community has been justifiably alarmed by what’s happened over the past year.

— Craig Spencer, The Atlantic, 25 July 2026
Fans were justifiably emotional to see Crosby traded to the Baltimore Ravens in March.

— Sam Warren, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Definition of justifiably

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Clarify the expectation, price your time fairly, and choose one daily improvement that protects your energy while helping your confidence become more consistent.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 25 Aug. 2026
Although most modern dishwashers are designed to run fairly often, experts say running your dishwasher every day might put your machine—and wallet—at risk.

— Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of fairly

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For years, America's been in the chokehold of unnecessarily oversized pickup trucks, but recent announcements of new vehicles show that common sense – and more reasonably proportioned utes – may soon prevail.

— Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 26 Aug. 2026
One may reasonably surmise that the city’s corporation counsel is weighing whether Bally’s contract interpretations need to be decided by a judge.

— Joe Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of reasonably

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Zook Cabins The interior measures 400 sq ft (37 sq m) and is mostly arranged around one large open room that has a pleasantly rustic decor while adding plenty of modern comforts.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 25 Aug. 2026
If this is a social commitment, someone dropping out could bring a new individual into the mix, leaving you pleasantly surprised with the outcome.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of pleasantly

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Given the limited floorspace, Tiny Tect Tiny Houses has sensibly kept the interior layout quite simple.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Aug. 2026
But with that slice of luck came a sudden outburst of responsibility from Brook, who then scored at almost a run a ball but did so sensibly and without taking any undue risks.

— Paul Newman, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of sensibly

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Under a 2019 law brought by Newsom to protect utilities from bankruptcy, the companies automatically are deemed to have acted prudently if regulators sign off on their wildfire prevention plan.

— Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
The better approach is to remain diversified, rebalance prudently and let earnings not election-year noise or daily volatility drive long-term allocation decisions today.

— Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of prudently

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His agents, Matt and Ryan Keator, wisely held off on engaging in serious negotiations with the Ducks and general manager Pat Verbeek throughout the year while recognizing the uncertainty of an evolving NHL marketplace fueled by a surging salary cap.

— Chris Johnston, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Listening to God’s messages of love for us awakens us to our spiritual worth and protection and guides us wisely.

— The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 21 Aug. 2026

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