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Valid
VAL-id
Local meaning
Good, acceptable, impressive, legitimate, or worth approving.
A plan, outfit, food spot, opinion, or person can be called valid. The exact praise ranges from acceptable to genuinely excellent.
Example in context
- “That late-night dumpling spot is valid.”
How it is used
Common in contemporary New York youth speech and broader internet slang.
approving, evaluative
recommendations, appearance, plans, food
Common in contemporary New York youth speech and broader internet slang.
Valid can also carry its standard formal meaning; context distinguishes approval slang from technical validity.
Spelling and scope
Common in contemporary New York youth speech and broader internet slang.
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Frequently asked questions
Does valid mean good?
Usually it means good, acceptable, legitimate, or approved in this slang use.
Can a person be valid?
Yes, though the phrase can evaluate character, attractiveness, credibility, or overall approval depending on context.
Read next
All words →Evidence and further reading
These sources support the regional association, dictionary sense, or broader spread. The entry remains open to correction from New York speakers and qualified reviewers.
- The Life Cycle of Internet SlangarXiv
Research on how slang spreads, changes, and becomes less locally exclusive online.
- Geographic Variation in Slang SemanticsarXiv
Research showing that slang meanings and associations vary by geography and community.