accredited
adj. US //əˈkɹɛdɪtɪd// UK //ɐkɹˈɛdɪtɪd// ac·cred·it·ed
-
1 officially recognised (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediate Academic Formalhaving official approval from an organisation that checks quality.
officially recognised or authorised by an external governing body after meeting specific criteria.
ExampleYou should make sure you study at an accredited college so your degree is valid.
ExampleThe hospital lost its accredited status after failing to meet the updated safety protocols required by the national health board.
UsageOften used before a noun to describe institutions like schools, hospitals, or laboratories.
Teacher's tipIn professional contexts, this word is stronger than 'recognised' because it implies a formal audit or inspection has taken place.
- unrecognised
- unauthorised
* accredit + -ed * From the French accréditer. * See credit.
* First attested in the 1630s.
- Nounaccreditation
- Adjectiveaccredited