SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
accredit
verb
To officially recognize a person or organization as meeting particular standards.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Officially recognize standards
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Usage distinction
Return to topAccreditation usually concerns recognized standards; authorization grants permission more broadly.
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See accredit in use
The review body will accredit the training program after checking its standards.
The panel would accredit a workshop only after its review, so an owner's self-description could not replace that official recognition.
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