eligibility

/,elidʤə'biliti/

Thân thiện

The committee reviews the eligibility of each applicant.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • The quality or state of being eligible: This refers to the condition of meeting the necessary requirements or qualifications for something, such as a position, benefit, or opportunity.

Usage

The noun "eligibility" is used to describe whether someone or something qualifies for consideration. It is often followed by the preposition "for" to specify what one is eligible for, or "of" to specify the person or thing being considered. - Eligibility for [something]: Indicates qualification for a specific thing (e.g., a program, award, loan). - Eligibility of [someone/something]: Indicates the qualifying status of a specific person or entity.

Examples

• The committee will review your eligibility for the scholarship based on your grades and essay.
• There are strict rules regarding the eligibility of athletes to compete in the Olympics.
• Her eligibility for the promotion was confirmed after she completed the required training.
• The website has a tool to check your eligibility for a government grant.

Advanced Usage

• "To determine/establish eligibility": To officially decide or confirm if someone qualifies.
  • The first step is to determine your eligibility for financial aid.
• "Eligibility criteria/requirements": The specific rules or conditions that must be met to qualify.
  • The eligibility criteria for the visa include a clean criminal record.
• "Age of eligibility": The specific age at which one becomes qualified for something.
  • The age of eligibility for voting is 18 in many countries.

Variants and Related Words

• Eligible (adj): Having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions.
  • She is eligible to apply for citizenship.
• Ineligibility (n): The state of not being eligible; disqualification.
  • His ineligibility was due to a conflict of interest.

Synonyms

• Qualification: A quality or accomplishment that makes someone suitable for a particular job or activity.
• Suitability: The quality of being right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.
• Fitness: The quality of being suitable to fulfill a particular role or task.

Antonyms

• Ineligibility: The state of being not eligible.
• Disqualification: The action of disqualifying or being disqualified.

Học thuật

Noun

1. the quality or state of being eligible
   • eligibility of a candidate for office
   • eligibility for a loan