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

This means intentional understaffing with people who have zero experience or qualifications to provide the care these children need. —Joe Davidson, Washington Post, 12 July 2024

The amount included reimbursements for training, qualification costs, air fare and other expenses needed to compete in the international arena alongside the world’s best athletes. —Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 11 July 2024

The top eight teams in qualifications advance to the finals, where three athletes from each team compete on each apparatus and all scores count. —Kaetlyn Liddy, NBC News, 30 June 2024

In late May, Gov. Ned Lamont signed a bill that extends elementary school qualifications to include preschool up to sixth grade. —Aundrea Tabbs-Smith, Hartford Courant, 30 June 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)