Difference between Invalid and Shut-in

What is the difference between Invalid and Shut-in?

Invalid as an adjective is not valid; not true, correct, acceptable or appropriate. while Shut-in as an adjective is confined to a location, as by infirmity or illness.

Invalid

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Not valid; not true, correct, acceptable or appropriate. Intended for use by an invalid.

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To exempt from duty because of injury or ill health.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: One who is confined to home or bed because of illness, disability or injury Any person with a disability.

Example sentence: There is no reason why any legitimate caller should be spoofing an unassigned or invalid number. And providers shouldn't be sued for doing the right thing by blocking illegitimate spoofing.

Shut-in

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Confined to a location, as by infirmity or illness.Introverted.

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A person confined to a location, as by illness or infirmity.

We hope you now know whether to use Invalid or Shut-in in your sentence.

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