Definition

The process of officially confirming that someone or something meets certain standards again after a previous certification.

Example

After completing the required training, she received her recertification in first aid.

Conversation

Have you heard about the recertification process for our licenses?

Yeah, I read it’s coming up soon, right?

I hope it’s not too complicated to complete the recertification.

Me too! I really don’t want to deal with extra paperwork.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Recertification → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "certificare" (from Latin, meaning to certify). The word refers to the process of certifying something again, often to ensure it meets current standards or requirements.

Memory Tip

Think of 'certifying' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'certificare' means to certify.

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