eligible

Definition

  • adjective: able to be chosen for something
  • adjective: qualified to participate or be chosen
  • often followed by 'to + verb'
  • synonyms: suitable, desirable, qualified

Examples

  • He's an 'eligible bachelor'. [=an unmarried man who would make a good husband]

  • He's 'eligible for' health insurance through his employer.

  • He won't be 'eligible to retire' until next year.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) On one bet The second quarter of ' is when the adjustable rates kick in! The defaults will skyrocket! Says you! How much is eligible for withdrawal before they're due? Say in the next two quarters. If your investors panic My god Mike! No-one will pull out, (..)
    2015 The Big Short