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noun

Definition of certificatesnext
plural of certificate
as in certifications
a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something a certificate will be awarded to each person who completes the course in lifesaving

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verb

present tense third-person singular of certificate
as in certifies

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  1. certifications
  2. certifies
  3. validates
Noun
  • Second, consider the regulatory compliance of the provider, ensuring adherence to local and international laws and the presence of necessary certifications and audits.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • While certifications and degrees provide a baseline of theoretical knowledge, demonstrated success in real-world projects is the strongest indicator of capability.
    Daniel Pena, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of certifications
Verb
  • After the state board certifies Michigan's statewide presidential results, the governor must issue a certificate with the names of the state's presidential electors at least six days before the electors convene.
    Clara Hendrickson, Detroit Free Press, 7 Nov. 2024
  • The 2022 Electoral Count Reform Act In every presidential election, each state certifies its results and appoints electors who meet in mid-December to cast votes for president and vice president.
    Aysha Bagchi, USA TODAY, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of certifies
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  • Kennedy’s nomination validates and enshrines public mistrust of government health programs, said Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
    Arthur Allen, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Kennedy's nomination validates and enshrines public mistrust of government health programs, said Paul Offit, director of the Vaccine Education Center at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
    Arthur Allen, NPR, 6 Dec. 2024
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