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eligibility

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɛɫɪdʒəˈbɪɫɪti// UK //ˌɛlɪdʒəbˈɪlɪti// el·i·gi·bil·i·ty

n. the state of being allowed to do or receive something because you meet the right rules. For example, your age or where you live might decide if you can get a job or a prize.

n. the state of meeting the necessary conditions or requirements to be entitled to something. Often determined by specific criteria such as age, residency, or professional qualifications.


SIMPLE

The website helps you check your eligibility for a student loan.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee reviewed each application to confirm the candidate's eligibility before moving to the interview stage.

COMPLEX

Changes to the national pension scheme have tightened the eligibility criteria, requiring citizens to contribute for more years before they can access full benefits.

Antonyms
Usage

Often followed by the preposition 'for' or an infinitive 'to' clause.

Pitfall

check your eligibility of the programcheck your eligibility for the programEligibility typically takes the preposition 'for' when referring to the thing one is qualified to receive.

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