Synonyms for

Qualifies

Verb / ˈkwɑ:lʌˌfaɪz / Another word for qualifies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To demonstrate or prove that someone or something has the necessary qualities or skills for a particular job or activity.

Synonyms & similar words

disqualify modify characterize characterise qualify dispose specify stipulate measureup condition restrict passes satisfies meets fits

Synonyms by register

Formal

entitles authorizes permits qualifies

Informal

makes the cut is eligible fits the bill measures up

Literary

befits suits renders worthy

Antonyms

disqualifies fails invalidates negates nullifies rejects

Common collocations

  • qualifies for
  • qualifies as
  • qualifies to
  • qualifies the statement
  • qualifies for the job
  • qualifies for the award
  • qualifies as a expert

Word family

noun qualification
verb qualify
adjective qualified
adverb qualifyingly

Usage note

The verb 'qualifies' can mean to be eligible for something or to make a statement less absolute. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. My dad qualifies for the senior discount at the movie theater.
  2. She qualifies for the job with her experience and education.
  3. He qualifies to play on the soccer team with his skills.
  4. The athlete qualifies to compete in the Olympics with her time.
  5. My friend qualifies for the special program with her grades.

Quotes

  • Effort only fully releases its reward after a person refuses to quit. -Napoleon Hill
  • Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They make mistakes, but they don’t quit. -Conrad Hilton
  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. -Winston Churchill

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