accredited

[uh-kred-i-tid]

adjective

1. officially recognized as meeting the essential requirements, as of academic excellence.

   accredited schools.

2. provided with official credentials, as by a government.

   an accredited diplomatic representative.

3. accepted as authoritative.

   an accredited theory.

Other Word Forms

• nonaccredited adjective
• unaccredited adjective
• well-accredited adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of accredited¹

First recorded in 1625–35; accredit + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Norman found himself wrestling with everyone from the Official World Golf Rankings, which still hasn’t accredited LIV events, to the heads of the major championships.

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It had recently been accredited to offer four- year degrees and had come to be called West Virginia State College.

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But this is where it will pay off to have assistance from an agent, broker, accredited ACA navigator or other professional who understands the nuances of the marketplace.

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The Securities and Exchange Commission requires investors be “accredited” to buy private stocks.

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Many private sonographers are already qualified midwives or radiographers, and accredited training courses are also available, although this is currently not a legal requirement.

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Related Words

• authorized 
• certified