— qualifiedly , adv. — qualifiedness , n.
/kwol"euh fuyd'/ , adj.
1. having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., that fit a person for some function, office, or the like.
2. having the qualities, accomplishments, etc., required by law or custom for getting, having, or exercising a right, holding an office, or the like.
3. modified, limited, or restricted in some way: a qualified endorsement.
[ 1550-60; QUALIFY + -ED 2 ]
Syn. 1. able, capable, competent, fitted.
Ant . unqualified.