qualification
|qual-i-fi-ca-tion|
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/ˌkwɑːlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
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/ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
eligibility or suitability
Etymology
'qualification' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'qualificare,' where 'qualis' meant 'of what kind' and 'facere' meant 'to make.'
'qualificare' transformed into the French word 'qualification,' and eventually became the modern English word 'qualification' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to make of a certain kind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a condition or standard that must be met.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a quality or accomplishment that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity.
She has the necessary qualifications for the job.
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Noun 2
the action or fact of qualifying or being eligible for something.
His qualification for the finals was unexpected.
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Last updated: 2025/02/27 03:21
