certified
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/ˈsɜːrtɪfaɪd/
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/ˈsɜːtɪfaɪd/
(certify)
official recognition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'certified' originates from the Latin word 'certificare', where 'certus' meant 'certain' and 'facere' meant 'to make'.
Historical Evolution
'certificare' transformed into the Old French word 'certifier', and eventually became the modern English word 'certify'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make certain', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'officially recognize'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'certify'.
The document was certified by the notary.
Adjective 1
officially recognized as possessing certain qualifications or meeting certain standards.
She is a certified yoga instructor.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41