qualified

American  

[kwol-uh-fahyd] / ˈkwɒl əˌfaɪd /

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.

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qualified British  

/ ˈkwɒlɪˌfaɪd /

adjective

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

2. limited, modified, or restricted; not absolute

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Other Word Forms

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

Etymology

Origin of qualified

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

Example Sentences

They qualified from their group in second place behind Egypt, claiming narrow and unconvincing wins against Angola and Zimbabwe either side of a defeat against the Pharaohs.

From Barron's

Without the subsidies, the annual premium will rise by more than $1,000 for the average enrollee that previously qualified, according to health policy nonprofit KFF.

From The Wall Street Journal

If an employer of interest didn’t have a position that she qualified for, she asked whom else she should meet.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Eric got the job because he’s qualified to get the job. He didn’t get the job for any other reason. He got the job because he’s an excellent advocate,” Yu said.

From Los Angeles Times

The nonprofits will then distribute the money for qualified expenses, including at both private and public schools.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

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