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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.


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

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There are few more qualified to talk about United's DNA of bringing young players through.

From BBC

Just a series of alerts that those who had the AA app received, along with the reassurance that those who qualified would be issued vouchers via email for lodging and food.

From Los Angeles Times

She qualified as a teacher in Canada but was an unqualified teacher in England, the TRA said.

From BBC

Analysis of Scottish government figures shows that most newly qualified teachers in Scotland are no longer getting permanent jobs, especially in primary schools, despite schools saying they are under pressure.

From BBC

Saracens qualified for the last 16 despite defeat but missed out on a home match in the knock-outs.

From Barron's