vetted

[ vet-id ]

adjective

, Informal.

1. verified or checked for accuracy, authenticity, suitability, etc.:

   The website’s editorial process ensures professionally vetted and approved content.

   Refugees selected by the U.S. government for resettlement are the most thoroughly vetted people to come to the United States.

verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of vet ¹.

Word History and Origins

Origin of vetted¹

vet ¹( def ) + -ed ²( def )

Example Sentences

“I think part of the issue with these two cases is that there was a lot of information that was not vetted or verified,” Hamilton said.

From Los Angeles Times

“Each of these nominees needs to come before the Senate and go through the process and be vetted,” McConnell said two weeks ago.

From Los Angeles Times

Even once people were vetted and on board, the production couldn’t let its guard down.

From Los Angeles Times

Apparently RFK Jr vetted him this week and really liked the cut of his jib.

From Salon

“There’s a difference between lip service and good policy that is really vetted by the people who are going to be impacted, and women have a track record of powerful listening and inclusive, responsive solutions.”

From Los Angeles Times