1
as in to modify
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to prepare
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
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in to entitle
to give a right to
this coupon qualifies the bearer for an extra 15% off the discounted price
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in to enable
to give official or legal power to
passing the state bar exam will qualify you to practice law
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Thesaurus Entries Near qualify
Cite this Entry
“Qualify.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/qualify. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share