certification

Definitions

The action or process of providing someone or something with an official document attesting to a status or level of achievement.

An official document attesting to a status or the truth of certain facts.

Examples

She earned her professional certification in project management after months of rigorous study.

The company requires a safety certification for all employees working in the laboratory.

Obtaining this industry certification significantly improved his chances of landing a high-paying job.

Synonyms

accreditation authorization validation endorsement approval attestation credentialing

Antonyms

disapproval refusal denial rejection cancellation invalidation revocation