qualified

American  

[kwol-uh-fahyd] / ˈkwɒl əˌfaɪd /

adjective

1. having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., that fit a person for some function, office, or the like.

   Synonyms:

   fitted , competent , capable , able

2. having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., required by law or custom for getting, having, or exercising a right, holding an office, or the like.

3. modified, limited, or restricted in some way.

   a qualified endorsement.

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qualified British  

/ ˈkwɒlɪˌfaɪd /

adjective

1. having the abilities, qualities, attributes, etc, necessary to perform a particular job or task

2. limited, modified, or restricted; not absolute

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Other Word Forms

• qualifiedly adverb
• qualifiedness noun
• quasi-qualified adjective
• underqualified adjective
• well-qualified adjective

Etymology

Origin of qualified

First recorded in 1550–60; qualify + -ed ²

Example Sentences

It was hard to say if this qualified after he finished the season completing 64.4% of his passes for 1,928 yards with 13 touchdowns and seven interceptions.

From Los Angeles Times

Iran have qualified for their seventh World Cup finals and fourth in succession.

From BBC

Both Piastri and Mercedes' George Russell - who was second in the sprint and has qualified fourth for the grand prix - suffered tears in their front tyres before the end of the 19-lap sprint.

From BBC

Max Verstappen, the only other driver who could win the title, qualified third.

From Barron's

Red Bull's Max Verstappen, the only other driver who could win the title, qualified third.

From Barron's

Related Words

• accomplished
• adequate
• capable
• certified
• competent
• disciplined
• efficient
• equipped
• experienced
• knowledgeable
• licensed
• proficient
• talented
• trained