qualified
/ˈkwɑːlɪfaɪd/
ADJECTIVE
1. Having the skills and competence required
Having the necessary knowledge, skills, experience, or training to perform a particular job, task, or activity successfully.
1.1. Professional competence
Having the expertise, abilities, and practical skills needed to perform a professional role effectively.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- incompetent
- inept
- inexpert
- unskilled
- incapable
Examples
- Only qualified professionals are allowed to operate the specialized equipment.
- She is highly qualified to lead the research team.
Related Words
1.2. Suitability for a position or task
Meeting the necessary standards, requirements, or conditions to be considered suitable for a particular role, opportunity, or responsibility.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- unfit
- unsuitable
- ineligible
- unqualified
- unprepared
Examples
- Applicants must be qualified for the position before submitting their applications.
- He is qualified to receive the scholarship based on his academic record.
Related Words
- entitled
- authorized
- approved
- cleared
- permitted
1.3. Officially certified or licensed
Having formal recognition, accreditation, certification, or authorization demonstrating that required standards have been met.
Synonyms
- certified
- accredited
- licensed
- credentialed
- chartered
- approved
- authorized
- validated
- endorsed
- sanctioned
Antonyms
- uncertified
- unlicensed
- unaccredited
- decertified
- unauthorized
Examples
- The hospital employs qualified and licensed medical practitioners.
- Only certified instructors are qualified to conduct the examination.
Related Words
- credentialled
- recertified
- reaccredited
- ratified
ADJECTIVE
2. Limited or modified by conditions
Restricted, moderated, or made less absolute by specific conditions, exceptions, or limitations.
2.1. Conditional statements and agreements
Describing a statement, agreement, approval, or commitment that is subject to particular conditions or restrictions.
Synonyms
- conditional
- contingent
- provisional
- restricted
- limited
- circumscribed
- confined
- bounded
Antonyms
- unconditional
- unrestricted
- absolute
- unqualified
Examples
- The committee gave qualified approval pending further investigation.
- The offer was qualified by several contractual conditions.
Related Words
- conditioned
- modified
- reserved
- stipulated
VERB
3. To describe or characterize something
To specify or explain the qualities, characteristics, or circumstances that define something more precisely.
3.1. Describing characteristics
Adding details or characteristics to clarify the nature, identity, or particular qualities of something.
Synonyms
Examples
- The report qualified the findings by describing the circumstances of the study.
- These details help characterize the conditions surrounding the event.
Related Words
- depict
- designate
- classify
VERB
4. To make someone eligible or competent
To provide someone with the necessary skills, training, credentials, or conditions to become eligible for a position or activity.
4.1. Training and professional preparation
Providing the education, experience, or training needed to make someone competent or suitable for a particular role.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Examples
- The advanced course qualified her to teach at the university level.
- His professional experience qualified him for the management position.
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4.2. Advancement in competitions
Successfully meeting the requirements of a preliminary or qualifying round to become eligible for the next stage of a competition.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- eliminate
- disqualify
- exclude
Examples
- The team qualified for the national championship after winning the regional tournament.
- Only the fastest runners qualified for the final.
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VERB
5. To limit or moderate a statement
To modify, restrict, or make a statement less absolute by adding conditions, exceptions, or clarifications.
5.1. Adding conditions or exceptions
Making an assertion, opinion, or claim more precise by introducing limitations or circumstances that affect its validity.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- strengthen
- amplify
- intensify
Examples
- The researcher qualified her conclusion by acknowledging the study's limitations.
- He qualified his statement to avoid making an overly broad claim.
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VERB
6. To reduce the severity or unpleasantness of something
To make something less severe, unpleasant, or intense by easing or moderating its effects.
6.1. Mitigating effects or consequences
Reducing the intensity, severity, or unpleasant impact of a condition, situation, or experience.
Synonyms
Antonyms
- aggravate
- intensify
- worsen
- exacerbate
Examples
- The additional explanation qualified the harshness of his earlier criticism.
- The new measures helped alleviate the effects of the disruption.
Related Words
- ameliorate
- assuage
- temper
- diminish