Definition of certificationnext
as in certificate
a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something submitted the required certifications

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Recent Examples of certification Obtaining a private pilot license in China requires a physical medical examination and other appropriate certifications, a pilot qualified to fly in China said, requesting anonymity due to the sensitivity of the incident. Reuters, NBC news, 2 July 2026 This involves processing large datasets and tracking minimum order quantities (MOQs) as well as geographic logistics and supplier certifications—all on a dashboard and done in a snap. Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 That could help developers avoid changing enclosures, redesigning projects or repeating certification steps. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 According to the company, employees who pursue optician certification outside the program would typically pay more than $20,000 for a degree. Casey Mann, Arkansas Online, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for certification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for certification
certificate
Noun
  • The Valley Motel was seeking to either waive a park land fee worth $123,662 or to enter into a payment plan beginning two years after receiving a certificate of occupancy.
    Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 25 June 2026
  • But short-term certificates are a much more mixed bag.
    Alison Griffin, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

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“Certification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/certification. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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