qualification

noun

qual·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌkwä-lə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

1

: a restriction in meaning or application : a limiting modification

this statement stands without qualification

2

a

obsolete : nature

b

archaic : characteristic

3

a

: a quality or skill that fits a person (as for an office)

the applicant with the best qualifications

b

: a condition or standard that must be complied with (as for the attainment of a privilege)

a qualification for membership

Synonyms

• capability
• credentials
• goods
• stuff

Examples of qualification in a Sentence

She is finishing up her qualification in marketing.

He is studying for his teaching qualification.

Students working towards their qualifications.

Recent Examples on the Web

Proponents of the proposal, referred to as the Bozeman Plastics Ordinance (BPO), overcame legal challenges during the ballot qualification process. —Patrick Gleason, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024

Personal loans with relaxed qualification standards can also come with higher fees. —Jasmin Suknanan, CNBC, 31 Oct. 2024

On day one of the women’s gymnastics qualifications in Paris, a nervous Biles took the floor to warm up. —Kayla Blanton, SELF, 25 Oct. 2024

Poll watchers are people with permission to be at a polling place who can look at eligibility slips and challenge a voter's qualifications on site. —Linh Ta, Axios, 24 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1538, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing qualification

• paper qualification
• pre-qualification

Kids Definition

qualification

noun

qual·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌkwäl-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

1

: the act or an instance of qualifying

2

: the state of being qualified

3

a

: a special skill, knowledge, or ability that fits a person for a particular work or position

b

: a condition that must be met (as to gain a privilege)