qualified
Americanadjective
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having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., that fit a person for some function, office, or the like.
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having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., required by law or custom for getting, having, or exercising a right, holding an office, or the like.
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modified, limited, or restricted in some way.
a qualified endorsement.
adjective
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having the abilities, qualities, attributes, etc, necessary to perform a particular job or task
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limited, modified, or restricted; not absolute
Other Word Forms
- qualifiedly adverb
- qualifiedness noun
- quasi-qualified adjective
- underqualified adjective
- well-qualified adjective
Etymology
Origin of qualified
Example Sentences
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They qualified for food stamps, three months of rental assistance, cash assistance and four months of Medicaid, a welcome provision because Sodais still suffers back pain from the explosion.
From Los Angeles Times
She has not officially qualified for the Olympics in the super-G, but she’s the fastest American and No. 3 in the world, so count on that as her next headline.
From Los Angeles Times
This year, the government broadened the definition of qualified professionals to anyone earning at least the equivalent of about $8,200 a month, and specifically expanded its scope to include teachers and nurses.
From Barron's
They range from newly qualified doctors to those with 10 years or more experience.
From BBC
But too often the centre lacks the materials needed, as well as qualified technicians.
From Barron's
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