Synonyms for
Certified
Definition
Officially recognized as meeting certain standards or requirements.
Synonyms & similar words
certify
endorse
manifest
evidence
uncertified
qualified
demonstrate
license
decertify
attest
certifiable
licence
indorse
approved
validated
verified
licensed
accredited
attested
authenticated
endorsed
guaranteed
warranted
authorized
qualified
confirmed
established
legit
acknowledged
reliable
trustworthy
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- certified public accountant
- certified nurse midwife
- certified check
- certified mail
- certified organic
- certified professional
- certified true copy
Word family
Usage note
Often used in professional contexts to denote official approval or qualification. Be careful not to confuse with 'certificate', which is the document itself.
Example sentences
- She was certified to teach English as a second language.
- The restaurant was certified as organic.
- The company is certified by the Better Business Bureau.
- The product is certified to be safe for children.
- The doctor is certified in pediatrics.
Quotes
I have worked with a lot of certified teachers over the years, and I have never met one who didn't work hard to earn that certification. - Dan Lipinski
I am a certified yoga teacher and I have been practicing for over 20 years. - Christy Turlington
I am a certified wine geek, and I love the history of wine. - Gary Vaynerchuk