decertify

American

[dee-sur-tuh-fahy] / diˈsɜr təˌfaɪ /

verb (used with object)

decertified, decertifying

to withdraw certification from.

decertify British

/ diːˈsɜːtɪfaɪ /

verb

to withdraw or remove a certificate or certification from (a person, organization, or country)

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Other Word Forms

decertification

noun

Etymology

Origin of decertify

First recorded in 1915–20; de- + certify

Example Sentences

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Scrutiny of hospice care has intensified, grabbing the attention of the federal government, which is vowing to decertify companies that are overbilling, stealing identities or charging for services never provided.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

They have no easy way to decertify a union that no longer meets their needs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

It was not immediately clear through what process Trump could unilaterally decertify aircraft or what that decertification would entail.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

The state’s Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training estimated that it might decertify more than 3,000 police officers yearly under a long-overdue reform.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 2, 2024

It said it is working to get updated data from Nigerian authorities and would decertify any farms found to be operating illegally in conservation areas following a review.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 19, 2023

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