certificated
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /sərˈtɪfɪˌkeɪtɪd/
KK: /sɜːrtɪfɪkeɪtɪd/
adjective
Definition
Having received official approval or certification, often indicating that someone is qualified or authorized to perform a specific task or job.
Example
The certificated teacher was able to lead the class effectively.
Conversation
Did you hear that Sarah is now a certificated yoga instructor?
That’s awesome! I knew she was taking classes for it.
Yeah, she really dedicated herself to the training.
I can’t wait to join her classes and learn from a certificated teacher!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
qualified
accredited
licensed
Antonyms
unqualified
unauthorized
unlicensed
verb
Definition
To have received a certificate, which is an official document that proves a certain level of achievement or qualification.
Example
She was certificated as a teacher after completing her training.
Tense Forms
Past: certificated
Past Participle: certificated
Conversation
Did you hear that Sarah certificated her training last weekend?
No way! That’s awesome, she worked really hard for it.
I know, right? It's great to see her achievements recognized with that certificated status.
Root Explanation
Certificated is formed from "certificare" (meaning to make certain) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word refers to someone or something that has been made certain or confirmed, often through an official document or certificate.
Memory Tip
Think of 'making certain' ('certificare') about someone's qualifications or status — that's why certificated means officially confirmed.
Visually Confused Words
uncertificated
recertificate
verificate
corticated