eligible

The word “eligible” has 4 syllables: el-i-gi-ble

It's pronounced as /ˈɛlɪdʒəbl̩/


What is synonym and antonym for eligible?

In the thesaurus, “eligible” has 6 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for eligible along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for eligible

Antonyms for eligible

Meanings of eligible

  • noun
    1. One who is eligible.
  • adjective
    1. Allowed to and meeting the necessary conditions required to participate in or be chosen for something.
    2. Worthy of being chosen (for marriage).

Example Sentences

  • Only students with a GPA above 3.0 are eligible for the scholarship.
  • She is eligible to vote in the upcoming election after completing her registration.
  • Employees who have worked for at least a year are eligible for the bonus program.
  • The team’s performance made them eligible to compete in the finals.
  • He was declared eligible for the position after passing all the required tests.

On this page you'll find 9 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to eligible, such as: able, capable, competent, disqualified, ineligible, prepared, qualified.

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