qualified

[kwol-uh-fahyd]

adjective

1. having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., that fit a person for some function, office, or the like.

   Synonyms: fitted, competent, capable, able

2. having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., required by law or custom for getting, having, or exercising a right, holding an office, or the like.

3. modified, limited, or restricted in some way.

   a qualified endorsement.

qualified

/ ˈkwɒlɪˌfaɪd /

adjective

1. having the abilities, qualities, attributes, etc, necessary to perform a particular job or task

2. limited, modified, or restricted; not absolute

Other Word Forms

• qualifiedly adverb
• qualifiedness noun
• quasi-qualified adjective
• underqualified adjective
• well-qualified adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of qualified¹

First recorded in 1550–60; qualify + -ed ²

Example Sentences

And to think, neither qualified as the game’s hero.

From Los Angeles Times

Antoni's nomination was praised by conservatives but some independent economists said he was not qualified for the job.

From BBC

Before the fire, almost every one of the 60 or so students at the local school qualified for free or reduced-price lunches.

From Los Angeles Times

Journey’s End residents, so long as they qualified under the age and income restrictions, could return if they wanted.

From Los Angeles Times

She booked Botox as a birthday treat, but the qualified practitioner gave her no proper consultation, asked no questions about her medical history and failed to assess whether the treatment was suitable.

From BBC

Related Words

• accomplished 
• adequate 
• capable 
• certified 
• competent 
• disciplined 
• efficient 
• equipped 
• experienced 
• knowledgeable 
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• proficient 
• talented 
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