Definition

The process of officially removing a certification or recognition from someone or something.

Example

The decertification of the organization led to a loss of funding.

Conversation

Did you hear about the decertification of that organization?

Yeah, I read about it online. It's quite surprising!

I wonder what led to the decertification in the first place.

Me too! It must have been something serious.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Decertification → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "certificare" (from Latin, meaning to certify). The word refers to the process of removing or taking away a certification.

Memory Tip

Think of 'taking away' ('de-') a 'certification' ('certificare') — that's what decertification means.

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