Qualified

Definition

The term "qualified" describes someone who has the necessary skills, knowledge, or credentials to perform a particular job or activity, or something that is limited or conditional.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈkwɑː.ləˌfaɪd/
• Respelling: KWAH-luh-fyd

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈkwɒ.lɪˌfaɪd/
• Respelling: KWOL-ih-fyd

Etymology

The word "qualified" originates from the Latin "qualificare," meaning "to make of a certain quality," derived from "qualis" (of what kind) and "facere" (to make). It entered Middle English via Old French "qualifier," initially denoting the action of assigning a specific quality to something.

Derivatives

• Qualification (noun)
• Qualifier (noun)
• Qualify (verb)
• Disqualified (adjective)
• Unqualified (adjective)

Synonyms

• Certified
• Competent
• Eligible

Antonyms

• Unqualified
• Ineligible
• Uncertified

Usage

The term "qualified" is used in contexts such as employment, education, and legal matters. For example, "She is qualified for the teaching position" or "The agreement was approved with qualified consent."

Related Terms

• Credential: Evidence of qualification or competence.
• Certification: The process of verifying qualifications.
• Eligibility: Meeting the requirements for a position or activity.

Detailed Definitions

Adjective

• Having the necessary skills, knowledge, or credentials: Refers to meeting the requirements or criteria for a specific role or activity.
  • Example: "He is qualified to practice law."
• Limited or conditional: Refers to something that is not absolute or fully approved.
  • Example: "The proposal received qualified support from the committee."