qualify
UK: /ˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪ/ | US: /ˈkwɑː.lə.faɪ/
vt. to meet the necessary standards or requirements
vt. to limit or modify a statement (e.g., "qualify an opinion")
vi. to become eligible for a competition or position
qualify = qual<quality> + ify<make>
- qual (from Latin qualis, meaning "of what kind" or "quality")
- ify (a verb-forming suffix from Latin -ificare, meaning "to make" or "cause to become")
Etymology Origin:
The word qualify originates from Latin qualis ("quality") combined with -ificare ("to make"). It entered Middle English via Old French qualifier, retaining the core idea of "making something meet a standard." Over time, it expanded to include the sense of "modifying" or "restricting" a statement to fit conditions.
She worked hard to qualify for the national team.
The judge had to qualify her ruling due to new evidence.
His experience qualifies him for the leadership role.
You must pass the exam to qualify as a certified accountant.
The statement was qualified to avoid misinterpretation.