as in suitable
having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
the candidate has demonstrated that he is amply qualified for the position
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as in modified
to limit the meaning of (as a noun)
qualifying the noun "adventure" in the title of your story with a descriptive adjective would make it more attention-grabbing
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as in equipped
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
raising five children has qualified her to be an advice columnist on parenting
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as in authorized
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
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as in enabled
to give official or legal power to
passing the state bar exam will qualify you to practice law
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Recent Examples of qualified
Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Some automatically qualified because of their testing score data.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026
Droemer, a teaching pro at Riverbend Country Club in the Houston area, was among six pros who qualified for the PGA Championship for the second year in a row.
—ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Individuals with medical conditions such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) should consult a qualified health care professional before starting any new treatment.
—Footwear News, 7 May 2026
Some automatically qualified because of their testing score data.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 May 2026
Verb
The scope of his performance in Season 2 qualified him for a move from Guest Star to Supporting at the 2026 Emmys.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 29 Apr. 2026
Droemer, a teaching pro at Riverbend Country Club in the Houston area, was among six pros who qualified for the PGA Championship for the second year in a row.
—ABC News, 29 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for qualified
Adjective
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As a major destination for outdoor parties ranging from pop-up shops for local vendors to off-season wedding celebrations, the team informs guests of any events on the agenda before booking, so each stay is suitable to visitor preferences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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By that point, then owner James Dolan, the controversial businessman whose family has a controlling interest in the companies that oversee MSG and the New York Knicks, cast the team out of New York City and up to Westchester County Center, a microdome more suitable for high schoolers.—
Yohana Desta,
Vanity Fair,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The property was originally approved in 2015 for 41 units and was modified in 2016 to 55 one-bedroom residential units with 79 parking spaces.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2026
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Chair Yoga is a type of yoga that is modified to allow participants to perform all exercises seated.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
Verb
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In fact, the Sixers will be better equipped to attack this Knicks flaw if Embiid can return at any point in the series.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
7 May 2026
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The property is equipped with a heating system and a wall unit cooling system.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The person who confirmed the FBI’s search was not authorized to discuss an ongoing investigation by name and spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity.—
Eric Tucker,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
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In Tennessee, the American Land Title Association reports, a bill has been introduced that would require property deeds to be prepared by a licensed attorney, a licensed title insurance agent, the property owner or someone legally authorized to act on the owner’s behalf.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The suspension control software from their high-performance cars has enabled Ferrari to develop an algorithm to keep the boat stable, Ribigini adds, which will be vital at all times, but particularly in rough seas and strong winds.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
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There are great finishing touches including linens by Bellino, Byredo bath amenities, Apple TVs, refrigerators, and Bluetooth-enabled turntables with a few records for chasing those perfect seaside vibes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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Based on the popular 1960s spy sitcom, this weak adaptation casts Steve Carell as a bumbling secret agent, with Hathaway as his more competent partner and developing love interest.—
Chris Feil,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
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The court will accept the pleas, find them knowingly and voluntarily made with the assistance of competent counsel.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Don’t leave without ordering the bread pudding for dessert, which is prepared in a deep fryer and is the perfect consistency.—
Anna Katherine Clemmons,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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The proposal would burden doctors with giving parents a highly detailed consent statement to be prepared by boards of medicine and osteopathic medicine, and forbid health authorities to order vaccinations during outbreaks of familiar or new deadly diseases.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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And since then, again, since then – everybody's entitled to their own opinions.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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The question is self-reported, and since Irish is compulsory in school, everyone who can conjugate a verb or order a cup of tea in Irish is entitled to answer yes.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
4 May 2026
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“Qualified.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualified. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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