qualification

CEFRB1

/ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    An exam, skill, or experience that makes someone suitable for a job.

  2. 02

    noun

    A condition that limits or changes a statement.

Examples

  • Kabylia has played in the 2018 CONIFA World Football Cup qualification.

  • We agreed to the plan without qualification.

At a glance

Sits at B1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meanings

  1. A certificate, diploma, or degree awarded after successful completion of a course, training, or exam.

  2. An ability or attribute that aids someone's chances of qualifying for something; specifically, completed professional training.

  3. The act or process of qualifying for a position, achievement etc.

More examples

In context

  • I accept your offer, but with the following qualification.

  • Qualification for this organization is extraordinarily difficult.

  • What are your qualifications for this job?

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Origin

noun

Borrowed from Middle French qualification in the 1540s, which in turn derives from Medieval Latin quālificātiō. By surface analysis, qual(ify) + -ification.