accredited
/əˈkɹɛd.ɪt.əd/
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Meaning · English
Given official approval after meeting certain standards, as an accredited university; or as disease free cattle.
Adjective
Examples
The answer should give us the— But hallo! here are the accredited representatives of the law.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “accredited” mean?
Given official approval after meeting certain standards, as an accredited university; or as disease free cattle.
Is “accredited” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.