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accredited

adj.
US //əˈkɹɛdɪtɪd// UK //ɐkɹˈɛdɪtɪd// ac·cred·it·ed
  1. 1 officially recognised (adj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Academic Formal

    having official approval from an organisation that checks quality.

    officially recognised or authorised by an external governing body after meeting specific criteria.

    Example

    You should make sure you study at an accredited college so your degree is valid.

    Example

    The hospital lost its accredited status after failing to meet the updated safety protocols required by the national health board.

    Usage

    Often used before a noun to describe institutions like schools, hospitals, or laboratories.

    Teacher's tip

    In professional contexts, this word is stronger than 'recognised' because it implies a formal audit or inspection has taken place.

Etymology 1

* accredit + -ed * From the French accréditer. * See credit.

Etymology 2

* First attested in the 1630s.

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