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
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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In addition, China's customs administration is suspending some farm product import qualifications for several American companies.
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John Ruwitch, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
Chelsea have one of the tougher Premier League run-ins on paper, but finishing well enough to secure Champions League qualification is well within the capabilities of this group.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
While qualifications matter, hiring managers are increasingly looking beyond degrees and technical skills to find candidates with unique, valuable traits.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The trans athlete competed in the Cayuga Duals on Saturday, but only in the third varsity eight event, which is not factored into NCAA championship qualification.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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John Ruwitch, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
Chelsea have one of the tougher Premier League run-ins on paper, but finishing well enough to secure Champions League qualification is well within the capabilities of this group.
—Liam Twomey, New York Times, 3 Apr. 2025
While qualifications matter, hiring managers are increasingly looking beyond degrees and technical skills to find candidates with unique, valuable traits.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2025
The trans athlete competed in the Cayuga Duals on Saturday, but only in the third varsity eight event, which is not factored into NCAA championship qualification.
—Jackson Thompson, FOXNews.com, 1 Apr. 2025
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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)
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