qualifying Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun the grammatical relation that exists when a word qualifies the meaning of the phrase
modification; limiting.
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noun success in satisfying a test or requirement
passing; pass.
- his future depended on his passing that test
- he got a pass in introductory chemistry
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verb prove capable or fit; meet requirements
qualify; measure up.
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verb pronounce fit or able
qualify.
- She was qualified to run the marathon
- They nurses were qualified to administer the injections
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verb make more specific
restrict; qualify.
- qualify these remarks
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verb make fit or prepared
qualify; dispose.
- Your education qualifies you for this job
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verb specify as a condition or requirement in a contract or agreement; make an express demand or provision in an agreement
qualify; specify; condition; stipulate.
- The will stipulates that she can live in the house for the rest of her life
- The contract stipulates the dates of the payments
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verb describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
characterize; qualify; characterise.
- You can characterize his behavior as that of an egotist
- This poem can be characterized as a lament for a dead lover
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verb add a modifier to a constituent
qualify; modify.