certificate

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

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Definition

  1. noun a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts
  2. noun a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends
  3. verb present someone with a certificate

Etymology

The noun is from Middle English certificat, certificate, sertyfycat, from Middle French certificat or its etymon Medieval Latin certificātum. The verb is from the noun. The adjective is a learned borrowing from Latin certificātus.

In classic literature

Synonyms

certification, credential, credentials

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