qualify

Definition

  • verb: to give (someone) the necessary skill or knowledge to do a particular job or activity
  • verb: to reduce from a general to a particular or restricted form
  • often + 'as'
  • synonyms: soften, equip, fit

Examples

  • I would like to 'qualify' [='modify'] what I said earlier to avoid any misinterpretation.

  • His brief time in the army doesn't 'qualify' him 'as' a military expert.

  • Living in a camper for a weekend does not 'qualify as' outdoor camping.

Movie quotes

  • (..) - "Personal for Tarr from Alleline. "Require clarification before meeting your request. "Quote, information vital to safeguarding of the Circus, unquote "does not qualify, send further information. " Ah! That's it, Percy, you keep stalling. I warn you, Ben. We've got (..)
    2011 Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy