qualification

noun

qual·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌkwä-lə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

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

Synonyms

• capability
• credentials
• goods
• stuff

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Address missing qualifications in your cover letter or interview by highlighting relevant experience. —Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025

The district’s architectural firm Studio GC Architecture + Interiors of Chicago analyzed the bids and qualifications of the bidders and recommended that the contract for the roofing improvements project be awarded to Malcor Roofing. —Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 27 Feb. 2025

In fact, qualification for the semi-finals no longer depends on them. —Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025

The established financial advantage Rangers and Celtic enjoy over every other team in Scotland means that European qualification is almost guaranteed, with the title winners gaining access to the Champions League. —Jordan Campbell, The Athletic, 26 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1538, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing qualification

• paper qualification
• pre-qualification

Rhymes for qualification

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration

Kids Definition

qualification

noun

qual·​i·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌkwäl-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

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)