certified

adjective

cer·​ti·​fied ˈsər-tə-ˌfīd 

1

: having earned certification

a certified gemologist

2

: genuine, authentic

a certified big shot

certified intellectuals

Synonyms of certified

• genuine
• authentic
• real
• honest
• true
• certifiable

Examples of certified in a Sentence

You must be certified in order to practice medicine.

The carpentry work must be done by someone who is certified for the job.

The food is certified kosher.

Her boyfriend's a certified weirdo.

Recent Examples on the Web

High Hygiene Standards All hair transplant surgeons need to perform all medical procedures in certified medical facilities that adhere to rigorous hygiene protocols. —Karen “kh” Koehler february 4, Miami Herald, 4 Feb. 2026

Those cases are believed to be centered at Ave Maria University, according to Anthony Musingo, a certified physician assistant at the Mater Dei Clinic in Ave Maria. —Doris Alvarez Cea, Florida Times-Union, 4 Feb. 2026

Liz Mallers is a certified sexologist who specializes in intimacy and pleasure. —Rachel Murray, Charlotte Observer, 3 Feb. 2026

Nikki Sawhney is a certified etiquette consultant and the director of the New England School of Protocol in Massachusetts. —Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing certified

• board-certified
• certified check
• certified mail
• certified milk
• certified organic
• certified public accountant

Rhymes for certified

• actinide
• aldehyde
• alkoxide
• alongside
• amplified
• arsenide
• beautified
• biocide
• butoxide
• calcified
• ceramide
• citywide