Qualified (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man').
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Meaning 3
Limited or restricted; not absolute; "gave only qualified approval".
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Meaning 4
Meeting the proper standards and requirements and training for an office or position or task; "many qualified applicants for the job".
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Meaning 5
Holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill; "a registered pharmacist"; "a registered hospital".
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Examples
- She was a qualified nurse with a degree from a reputable university and several years of experience in the field.
- The company only hired qualified electricians who had completed an apprenticeship program and obtained the necessary certifications.
- To become a qualified teacher, one must complete a bachelor's degree in education and obtain a teaching certificate.
- The qualified mechanic had worked on numerous cars and was known for his attention to detail and ability to diagnose complex problems.
- The hospital only allowed qualified doctors to perform surgeries, and they had to meet strict criteria before being granted privileges.