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qualification

/ˌkwɑːləfəˈkeɪʃən/

NOUN

1. An ability or quality that makes someone suitable

A personal ability, skill, attribute, or accomplishment that makes someone suitable or eligible for a particular position, activity, or responsibility.

1.1. Personal abilities and skills

Refers to the skills, abilities, talents, or experience that enable someone to perform a job or carry out a particular task successfully.

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  • Problem-solving ability is an important qualification for this position.
  • Her technical qualifications make her an excellent candidate.
  • The employer evaluated each applicant's qualifications and experience.

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1.2. Suitability and eligibility

Refers to the qualities or circumstances that establish whether someone is suitable, eligible, or fit for a particular role, opportunity, or responsibility.

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  • ineligibility
  • unsuitability
  • unfitness
  • disqualification

Examples

  • Previous management experience is a valuable qualification for the director's role.
  • The committee considered her qualifications for membership.
  • Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee acceptance.

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  • criteria
  • requirements
  • standards
  • prerequisites
  • selection
  • candidacy

NOUN

2. An official credential or educational achievement

An official certificate, diploma, degree, or other recognized evidence that someone has successfully completed a course of study, training program, or examination.

2.1. Academic and educational credentials

Refers to formal educational achievements awarded by an educational institution after completing a course, program, or examination.

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  • disqualification
  • ineligibility

Examples

  • She earned a professional qualification in accounting.
  • The application requires proof of your educational qualifications.
  • He obtained a teaching qualification after completing his training.

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2.2. Professional and vocational certification

Refers to a formally recognized credential demonstrating that someone has completed the required professional training or meets the standards for a particular occupation.

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  • The position requires a recognized qualification in engineering.
  • She completed the necessary qualifications to practice as a nurse.
  • Applicants must provide evidence of their professional qualifications.

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NOUN

3. A requirement or necessary condition

A condition, requirement, or prerequisite that must be satisfied before someone can obtain a position, benefit, status, or opportunity.

3.1. Eligibility requirements

Refers to a specific condition or prerequisite that a person must meet to be considered eligible for a job, course, competition, or other opportunity.

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  • A university degree is an essential qualification for the position.
  • The competition has strict age and experience qualifications.
  • Meeting all the qualifications is necessary to enter the program.

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NOUN

4. A limitation or condition attached to a statement

A statement, condition, or reservation that limits, modifies, or restricts the meaning or application of something previously stated or agreed upon.

4.1. Restrictions and limitations

Refers to a condition or restriction that narrows the scope, extent, or application of a statement, agreement, rule, or claim.

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  • unconditionality
  • unrestrictedness
  • unreservedness

Examples

  • The recommendation came with one important qualification.
  • The contract includes several qualifications that limit the parties' obligations.
  • He accepted the proposal without any qualifications or reservations.

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4.2. Clarifying or modifying a statement

Refers to a clarification or reservation added to an opinion, claim, or assertion to make it less absolute or to acknowledge an exception.

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  • unconditional statement
  • unreserved assertion
  • unqualified endorsement

Examples

  • I agree with your assessment, with one qualification concerning the estimated cost.
  • The speaker added a qualification to avoid making an overly broad claim.
  • Her endorsement came with the qualification that further research was needed.

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NOUN

5. The act or process of becoming qualified

The process of meeting the necessary requirements or achieving the status needed to participate in an activity, enter a competition, or obtain a particular position.

5.1. Admission and eligibility

Refers to the process of satisfying the conditions necessary to gain admission, become eligible, or obtain access to a particular opportunity.

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  • disqualification
  • ineligibility
  • exclusion

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  • The qualification process requires candidates to pass several examinations.
  • Her qualification for the position was confirmed after the final assessment.
  • The university announced the qualification criteria for admission.

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5.2. Sports and competition advancement

Refers to the achievement of the required result or status that allows a competitor or team to advance to a tournament, championship, or subsequent stage of a competition.

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  • The team celebrated its qualification for the national championship.
  • Qualification for the tournament depends on the final league standings.
  • The athlete secured Olympic qualification after winning the qualifying event.

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