Associations to the word «Qualification»

Wiktionary

QUALIFICATION, noun. A clause or condition which qualifies something; a modification, a limitation. [from 16th c.]
QUALIFICATION, noun. The act or process of qualifying for a position, achievement etc. [from 16th c.]
QUALIFICATION, noun. (obsolete) A quality or attribute. [17th-19th c.]
QUALIFICATION, noun. An ability or attribute that aids someone's chances of qualifying for something; specifically, completed professional training. [from 17th c.]

Dictionary definition

QUALIFICATION, noun. An attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something; "her qualifications for the job are excellent"; "one of the qualifications for admission is an academic degree"; "she has the makings of fine musician".
QUALIFICATION, noun. The act of modifying or changing the strength of some idea; "his new position involves a qualification of his party's platform".
QUALIFICATION, noun. A statement that limits or restricts some claim; "he recommended her without any reservations".

Wise words

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