qualification

noun

1
: a restriction in meaning or application : a limiting modification
this statement stands without qualification
2
a
obsolete : nature
b
archaic : characteristic
3
a
: a quality or skill that fits a person (as for an office)
the applicant with the best qualifications
b
: a condition or standard that must be complied with (as for the attainment of a privilege)
a qualification for membership

Examples of qualification in a Sentence

She is finishing up her qualification in marketing. He is studying for his teaching qualification. Students working towards their qualifications.
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The trans athlete competed in the Cayuga Duals, but only in the third varsity eight event, which is not factored into NCAA championship qualification. Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2025 But the race for the fourth Champions League qualification spot looks wide open. Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025 Montandon and Perez originally filed to run for seat 4, but before the qualification process ended on July 28, both changed to seat 3. Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 15 Aug. 2025 And Antoni has got a perfect background to match his perfect qualifications. S.e. Cupp, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for qualification

Word History

First Known Use

1538, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of qualification was in 1538

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“Qualification.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/qualification. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

qualification

noun
1
: the act or an instance of qualifying
2
: the state of being qualified
3
a
: a special skill, knowledge, or ability that fits a person for a particular work or position
b
: a condition that must be met (as to gain a privilege)

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