Yahoo Web Search

Search results

1. Dictionary

   Qual·i·fy

   /ˈkwäləˌfī/

   

   verb

   • 1. be entitled to a particular benefit or privilege by fulfilling a necessary condition: "they do not qualify for compensation payments" Similar be eligiblemeet the requirementsbe entitled tobe allowedbe permitted
   • ▪ become eligible for a competition or its final rounds, by reaching a certain standard or defeating a competitor: "he failed to qualify for the Olympic team"
   • ▪ be or make properly entitled to be classed in a particular way: "he qualifies as a genuine political refugee" Similar countbe countedbe consideredbe designatedbe characterizablebe eligiblemeet the requirements of
   • 2. become officially recognized as a practitioner of a particular profession or activity by satisfying the relevant conditions or requirements, typically by undertaking a course of study and passing examinations: "I've only just qualified" Similar gain qualificationsgain certificationbe certifiedbe licensedbe authorizedpassgraduatemake the gradesucceedget throughcome through with flying colorspass muster
   • ▪ officially recognize or establish (someone) as a practitioner of a particular profession or activity: "the courses qualify you as an instructor of the sport" Similar authorizeallowpermitlicenseempowerfitequippreparearmmake readytrainupskilleducatecoachteachOpposite disqualify
   • ▪ make (someone) competent or knowledgeable enough to do something: "I'm not qualified to write on the subject"
   • 3. make (a statement or assertion) less absolute; add reservations to: "she felt obliged to qualify her first short answer" Similar countbe countedbe consideredbe designatedbe characterizablebe eligiblemeet the requirements ofmodifylimitmake conditionalrestrictadd reservations toadd tomake additions toadd a rider tomoderatetempersoftentone downmodulatemitigatereducelessendecreasediminishlowerabate
   • ▪ make (something extreme or undesirable) less severe or extreme: archaic "his sincere piety and his large heart always qualify his errors"
   • ▪ alter the strength or flavor of (something, especially a liquid): archaic "he qualified his mug of water with a plentiful infusion of the liquor"
   • 4. (of a word or phrase) attribute a quality to (another word, especially a preceding noun).
   • ▪ attribute a specified quality to something; describe something as: archaic "the propositions have been qualified as heretical"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in the sense ‘describe in a particular way’): from French qualifier, from medieval Latin qualificare, from Latin qualis ‘of what kind, of such a kind’ (see quality).

   Derivatives

   • 1. qualifiable adjective

   Scrabble Points: 22

   • Q

     10

   • U

     1

   • A

     1

   • L

     1

   • I

     1

   • F

     4

   • Y

     4

   Powered by Oxford Languages

   More Definitions, Word Origin & ScrabbleShow less

2. People also ask

   What does qualify mean in English?

   • Definition of qualify verb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary [intransitive] to reach the standard of ability or knowledge needed to do a particular job, for example by completing a course of study or passing exams How long does it take to qualify? qualify as something He qualified as a doctor last year.

   qualify verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes

   www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/us/definition/english/qualify

   See all results for this question

   What does it mean to qualify for a driver's license?

   • In one sense, it means to be right for, to measure up. In another sense, though, qualify means to change something slightly, to limit it or add a condition to it. If you want to qualify for your driver's license, remember not to drive through that final stop sign without stopping. I guarantee you that if you don't stop you will not qualify.

   Qualify - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

   www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/qualify

   See all results for this question

   What does it mean to qualify someone for a job?

   • [transitive] to give somebody the skills and knowledge they need to do something qualify somebody for something This training course will qualify you for a better job. qualify somebody to do something The test qualifies you to drive heavy vehicles.

   qualify verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes

   www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/us/definition/english/qualify

   See all results for this question

   How do I qualify for a scholarship?

   • In order to qualify for scholarships, students must demonstrate potential for academic excellence. qualify somebody Your educational background, interests and family history are some of the things that might qualify you. qualify somebody for something Paying a fee doesn't automatically qualify you for membership.

   qualify verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes

   www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/us/definition/english/qualify

   See all results for this question

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › qualifyQualify Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

   www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › qualify

   • Cached

   Jun 2, 2012 · Learn the meaning, synonyms, examples, and history of the verb qualify, which can mean to modify, to limit, to fit, or to certify. See also related phrases and entries near qualify.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › qualifyQUALIFY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org › english › qualify

   • Cached

   QUALIFY meaning: 1. to successfully finish a training course so that you are able to do a job; to have or achieve…. Learn more.

5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishQUALIFY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

   dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › english

   • Cached

   Learn the meaning of qualify as a verb in English, with different senses and usage. Find out how to qualify for something, to limit something, or to finish a course of training.

6. Videos

   • 

     vocabulary.com

     Qualify - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

     May 18, 2012

   • 

     1:28

     youtube.com

     Qualification | Definition of qualification

     May 7, 2019

     22.2K Views

   • 

     0:37

     youtube.com

     Qualify Meaning

     Apr 14, 2015

     5.5K Views

   View all

7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › qualifyQualify - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

   www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › qualify

   Make sure you know the context when using the word qualify. In one sense, it means to be right for, to measure up. In another sense, though, qualify means to change something slightly, to limit it or add a condition to it.

8. www.dictionary.com › browse › qualifyQUALIFY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

   www.dictionary.com › browse › qualify

   • Cached

   Qualify definition: to provide with proper or necessary skills, knowledge, credentials, etc.; make competent. See examples of QUALIFY used in a sentence.

9. www.dictionary.com › browse › qualify>QUALIFY Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

   www.dictionary.com › browse › qualify>

   • Cached

   Qualify definition: . See examples of QUALIFY used in a sentence.

10. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitionqualify verb - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage ...

    www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definition

    • Cached

    qualify for something If you live in the area, you qualify for a parking permit. In order to qualify for scholarships, students must demonstrate potential for academic excellence. qualify somebody Your educational background, interests and family history are some of the things that might qualify you.