certified
adjective
cer·ti·fied
ˈsər-tə-ˌfīd 
1
: having earned certification
a certified gemologist
Examples of certified in a Sentence
You must be certified in order to practice medicine.
The carpentry work must be done by someone who is certified for the job.
The food is certified kosher.
Her boyfriend's a certified weirdo.
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And as always, be sure to go to a certified and licensed professional who has experience injecting skin boosters.
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 7 July 2025
Cosby, a certified legend in the Bey Hive, shared the moment on Instagram with a video that showed the Grammy-winning superstar spotting him in the crowd.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 7 July 2025
Black women make up just 2% of certified agents, but their impact on the industry is undeniable.
—Essence, 7 July 2025
As a certified health coach, Wright is now exploring lab training and the possibility of returning to school for psychology or business.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 6 July 2025
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Audrey Noble, Vogue, 7 July 2025
Cosby, a certified legend in the Bey Hive, shared the moment on Instagram with a video that showed the Grammy-winning superstar spotting him in the crowd.
—Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 7 July 2025
Black women make up just 2% of certified agents, but their impact on the industry is undeniable.
—Essence, 7 July 2025
As a certified health coach, Wright is now exploring lab training and the possibility of returning to school for psychology or business.
—Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 6 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for certified
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“Certified.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/certified. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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