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qual·i·fied

qualified

 
pronunciation:
kwa lih faId
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: having the qualities or skills that are needed.
She is not qualified for the job of an accountant, because she has no training.
synonyms:
able, capable, competent, experienced
similar words:
adept, eligible, expert, fit, licensed, skilled, trained
definition 2: with limits; with reservation.
She gave us qualified approval to watch television on a weekday.
synonyms:
limited, modified, restricted
antonyms:
absolute
similar words:
altered, confined
derivation: qualifiedly (adv.)