English Reference
adjective

qualified

adj.
US /ˈkwɑɫəˌfaɪd/ UK /kwˈɒlɪfˌaɪd/ qual·i·fied

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    having the training, experience, or permission you need to do a specific job.

    possessing the necessary certifications, skills, or experience required for a specific profession or task.

    Simple

    She is a highly qualified doctor with over ten years of experience in surgery.

    In context

    The recruitment panel struggled to find a candidate who was sufficiently qualified to manage both the technical and financial aspects of the project.

  2. 02 C1 Advanced Formal

    limited by certain conditions; not complete or total.

    limited, restricted, or modified by conditions; not absolute or wholehearted.

    Simple

    The plan was a qualified success because it worked, but it cost too much money.

    In context

    The critic gave the performance qualified praise, noting that while the lead actor was brilliant, the script remained underdeveloped.

    Usage

    Often used with nouns like 'success', 'support', or 'approval'.

Usage qualified doctors

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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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