Qualification
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Qualification is a noun meaning The act or process of qualifying for a position, achievement etc.
Meaning
The act or process of qualifying for a position, achievement etc.
More Meanings
- An ability or attribute that aids someone's chances of qualifying for something; specifically, completed professional training.
- (UK) A certificate, diploma, or degree awarded after successful completion of a course, training, or exam.
- A clause or condition which qualifies something; a modification, a limitation.
- (obsolete) A quality or attribute.
Example Sentences
What are your qualifications for this job?
I accept your offer, but with the following qualification.
Qualification for this organization is extraordinarily difficult.
To shew, that these Qualfications, which we all pretend to be asham'd of, are the great support of a flourishing Society has been the subject of the foregoing Poem.
Word Forms
- qualifications
Synonyms for qualification
Depending on context, synonyms include reservation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include reservation, qualifying, qualified, qualify, eligible, certification.
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