1
as in genuine
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a professor who is regarded by his colleagues as a certifiable genius
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2
as in psychotic
dated, informal + disparaging
unable to think in a clear or sensible way
Anyone who would run in front of a car like that is certifiable.
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Recent Examples of certifiable
The Camel Coat A certifiable closet classic that comes in virtually every fit and silhouette—and every at price point.
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Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2025
While some considered Cannon certifiable and Donthiner’s intentions seemed questionable, Virgil still went to the Sitka police station and made a detailed report of everything the two women told him.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
For those who never got sick of watching Dunder Mifflin’s few sane employees stare exasperatedly into the camera as one of its certifiable weirdos did something unhinged, there’s a good amount of that here, too.
—Judy Berman, Time, 3 Sep. 2025
Reliable Robotics, which is bringing FAA-certifiable autonomy to commercial and defense aviation, aims to offer a convenient transportation medium.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
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Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2025
While some considered Cannon certifiable and Donthiner’s intentions seemed questionable, Virgil still went to the Sitka police station and made a detailed report of everything the two women told him.
—Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025
For those who never got sick of watching Dunder Mifflin’s few sane employees stare exasperatedly into the camera as one of its certifiable weirdos did something unhinged, there’s a good amount of that here, too.
—Judy Berman, Time, 3 Sep. 2025
Reliable Robotics, which is bringing FAA-certifiable autonomy to commercial and defense aviation, aims to offer a convenient transportation medium.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for certifiable
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Political observers argue that Hilton’s conservative media profile and Bianco’s law enforcement background resonate with rural and suburban voters on issues like crime and immigration, suggesting their campaigns address genuine policy concerns beyond election denialism.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
25 May 2026
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But now, in the era of high pressing and sudden forward bursts, Casemiro, Martin Zubimendi, Moises Caicedo and Ryan Gravenberch all offer a genuine goal threat in open play.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
Adjective
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In March 2023, Abdulai was assaulted by an inmate during a psychotic episode.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
19 May 2026
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Handfield argued that Bland was going through a psychotic episode due to contracting COVID-19 that day.—
Steve Maugeri,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Marks and his partner, Robert Hazan, both Americans, told the Naperville Sun in 2020 that business concept for Guzman y Gomez stemmed from their inability to find authentic Mexican food in Australia.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Susie notes that many familiar foods fall into this category, including yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi; aged cheeses like cheddar, gouda and parmesan; as well as miso, tempeh, kombucha, soy sauce, authentic sourdough bread and certain pickles.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
23 May 2026
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In any other historical period, proposing such a career trajectory would’ve seemed mildly insane — like if Peter Buck had followed up Fables of the Reconstruction by producing Whitney Houston instead of the Feelies.—
Jon Dolan,
Rolling Stone,
14 May 2026
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For so much of the season, Rachel is low-key stoned, which can keep her at a remove, even when things are getting really insane.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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And that means there are real stakes to the question of who gets to take credit for truly understanding the Great Books.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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The only real drawback is that some rooms face bland rooftop views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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However, there is a definite logic behind this seemingly mad design.—
David Szondy
May 23,
New Atlas,
23 May 2026
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That the series houses its mad science experiments and cartoonish fight scenes in familiar packaging goes a long way toward keeping it accessible, but the charming eccentricities and their astute implementation add up to a Spider-story worth investing in — bring on the strange.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
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Marni Jameson is a speaker, author and a certified interior designer.—
Marni Jameson,
Arkansas Online,
22 May 2026
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The company says its focus moving forward remains centered on maintaining human transcription services, expanding support for institutional clients, and continuing to provide certified transcripts, competitive pricing, and flexible turnaround options for a wide range of industries.—
Connie Etemadi,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2026
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John Boyega's ex-Stormtrooper Finn and Han are brothers from another mother, Oscar Isaac's pilot Poe is as cool and refreshing as a tall glass of blue milk, and Adam Driver's Kylo does his best Vader impression as a maniacal villain with some serious emotional issues.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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No, Kenny Atkinson insisted a bug was taking his voice, not the Detroit Pistons and this maniacal Game 5 victory.—
Jason Lloyd,
New York Times,
14 May 2026
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“Certifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certifiable. Accessed 26 May. 2026.
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