1
as in genuine
being exactly as appears or as claimed
a professor who is regarded by his colleagues as a certifiable genius
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as in psychotic
dated, informal + disparaging
unable to think in a clear or sensible way
Anyone who would run in front of a car like that is certifiable.
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Recent Examples of certifiable
According to Riedel, that technology should be certifiable because the results are predictable.
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Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2025
These include new sustainable standard activities such as e-Liability which will create a certifiable way to measure the carbon content in a supply chain as well as port electrification.
—Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
And behind 2023’s first certifiable film hit is one of the most exciting voices in horror: screenwriter Akela Cooper.
—Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2023
Isaac Mizrahi has been a certifiable star since the 1995 fashion documentary Unzipped, which then made way for his early-2000s TV talk show, a QVC line, cabaret shows at Café Carlyle, and now his Broadway debut as Amos Hart in Chicago.
—Alicia Kennedy, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Nov. 2022
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Daniel Cote, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2025
These include new sustainable standard activities such as e-Liability which will create a certifiable way to measure the carbon content in a supply chain as well as port electrification.
—Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
And behind 2023’s first certifiable film hit is one of the most exciting voices in horror: screenwriter Akela Cooper.
—Michelle Ruiz, Vogue, 18 Jan. 2023
Isaac Mizrahi has been a certifiable star since the 1995 fashion documentary Unzipped, which then made way for his early-2000s TV talk show, a QVC line, cabaret shows at Café Carlyle, and now his Broadway debut as Amos Hart in Chicago.
—Alicia Kennedy, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Nov. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for certifiable
Adjective
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Her practice stands out for its meticulous, trial-ready approach and genuine commitment to her clients.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
16 Sep. 2025
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Leaders who demonstrate genuine care for their people during difficult transitions protect not only their organizational culture but also their long-term competitiveness.—
Caroline Castrillon,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Brown's attorneys had said Brown could at times appear psychotic.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Sep. 2025
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Psychologists and psychiatrists are scrambling to better understand how use of chatbots can fuel delusions and drive psychotic episodes.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Touches such as pre-stamped postcards at each stop, insider list’s of the best restaurants in Stockholm, pop-up birding on deck with the staff member who is also a certified naturalist, or bringing a local composer on board for an evening performance.—
Katie Kelly Bell,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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About 34 percent of cotton now comes from certified sources, too.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Then recently playing Forest Hills Stadium in New York was just insane to me.—
Katie Bain,
Billboard,
19 Sep. 2025
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Even after an insane freshman year, they’re not used to coming up with plans on their own.—
Ben Rosenstock,
Vulture,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Slater’s first blast of the evening was a true wall-scraper in the top of the third, barely clearing the center-field fence to give the Giants an early 1-0 lead.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
20 Sep. 2025
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And remember, the point spread is designed to divide the wagers evenly, not be a true indicator of value.—
Jack Magruder,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Awards are both mad and lovely.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
16 Sep. 2025
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And of course, mad love and respect to Adam Yauch, Oscilloscope’s co-founder, filmmaker and Beastie Boy forever.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
16 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Their skin is clearer, more radiant; their hair is fuller; their glow feels authentic.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
19 Sep. 2025
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It’s designed to ensure that your printer uses only authentic HP ink, which costs more than $10,000 a gallon (really).—
Dan Piepenbring,
Harpers Magazine,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In a desperate attempt to stop The Entity, President Erika Sloane (Angela Bassett) locates Ethan, who is now a rogue agent, and asks him to achieve the impossible by finding a way to shut the maniacal AI down.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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His talent, charisma, good humor and calmness in the face of what at times was nothing less than a maniacal roller coaster ride often brought a sense of peace that heartened everyone around him.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Certifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certifiable. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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