qualified
adjective
qual·i·fied
ˈkwä-lə-ˌfīd 
1
2
: limited or modified in some way
qualified approval
Examples of qualified in a Sentence
She is highly qualified for the job.
I'm not qualified to give you advice about what you should do.
She gave a qualified yes to the question.
The plan was given qualified approval.
Recent Examples on the Web
As of Friday, the top three qualified pitchers in the A.L. ERA race were the Boston Red Sox’ Kutter Crawford, the Houston Astros’ Ronel Blanco and the Kansas City Royals’ Seth Lugo.
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Jason Mastrodonato, The Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2024
Saints qualified for the Open Division for the fourth time.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2024
Famous for its highly qualified medical staff, cutting edge facilities, and innovative methods, the nation has grown to become a center for people looking for affordable hair transplant Istanbul procedures.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
Gather your creative, supportive and qualified team that knows and understands not only your goals and ultimate mission but also your unique personality and core values.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2024
They are being joined by scores of Haitian nationals who have qualified to come to the U.S. as part of the two-year-humanitarian parole program launched by the Biden administration in January 2023.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2024
The new test can be used in more healthcare settings, including emergency departments, urgent care clinics, and athletic complexes with qualified medical staff.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2024
As per Film Law 1556, foreign production companies investing more than $600,000 in Colombia for feature films and TV movies are eligible for a 40% cash rebate on qualified film spending within the country.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024
The plaintiffs argued that Craig was not qualified to assess the article’s literary qualities.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
Jason Mastrodonato, The Mercury News, 21 Apr. 2024
Saints qualified for the Open Division for the fourth time.
—Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Apr. 2024
Famous for its highly qualified medical staff, cutting edge facilities, and innovative methods, the nation has grown to become a center for people looking for affordable hair transplant Istanbul procedures.
—Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024
Gather your creative, supportive and qualified team that knows and understands not only your goals and ultimate mission but also your unique personality and core values.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2024
They are being joined by scores of Haitian nationals who have qualified to come to the U.S. as part of the two-year-humanitarian parole program launched by the Biden administration in January 2023.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 18 Apr. 2024
The new test can be used in more healthcare settings, including emergency departments, urgent care clinics, and athletic complexes with qualified medical staff.
—Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 17 Apr. 2024
As per Film Law 1556, foreign production companies investing more than $600,000 in Colombia for feature films and TV movies are eligible for a 40% cash rebate on qualified film spending within the country.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024
The plaintiffs argued that Craig was not qualified to assess the article’s literary qualities.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 8 Apr. 2024
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“Qualified.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/qualified. Accessed 26 Apr. 2024.
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qualified
adjective
qual·i·fied
ˈkwäl-ə-ˌfīd
1
: having the necessary qualifications : fitted
2
: limited in some way
a qualified yes to the question
Legal Definition
qualified
adjective
qual·i·fied
ˈkwä-lə-ˌfīd
1
: fitted (as by training or experience) for a given purpose or condition
2
a
: being in compliance or accordance with specific requirements or conditions
a qualified voter
b
: eligible under applicable requirements for favorable tax treatment (as exemption of funds from taxation until retirement)
a qualified pension plan
3
: limited or modified in some way : less than absolute
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