Meaning & use
accredited
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officially recognized as meeting a required standard, especially by an authoritative body.
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She earned her degree from an accredited university.
Only accredited journalists were allowed into the press conference.
A note on using this word
Common in education, journalism, and professional fields to signal that an institution or person has met official standards.
Words with a similar meaning
certifiedauthorized
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Words with an opposite meaning
unaccredited
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