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

Over the last month, he said, the department has sent letters to patients about the changes, and referred them to unaffected county clinics, nearby federally qualified health centers or other community providers.

From Los Angeles Times

Justice Neil Gorsuch, a conservative, pushed back saying that even early American presidents might have qualified as "habitual drunkards" by the standards of today.

From Barron's

Iran have qualified for this summer's World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the United States, but doubt has been cast on the nation's participation.

From BBC

But others say Beyda isn’t qualified for a senior role that is often filled by someone with a master’s in public health or years of experience in the federal government.

From The Wall Street Journal

In little over 100 days, the United States will co-host a football World Cup that Iran have qualified for.

From BBC

Related Words

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