certify - Definition & Meaning | VisualLang Dictionary

cer

Third Person

certifies

Present Participle

certifying

Past Tense

certified

Past Participle

certified

to confirm or validate something, often by providing evidence or proof

transitive

Her exceptional grades in mathematics certified her aptitude for the subject.
The doctor's signature on the document certified that the patient was fit for travel.
The company's adherence to strict quality standards certified their commitment to excellence.
She certifies her skills through professional accreditation.
They are certifying the accuracy of the financial reports.

Synonyms:

to confirm the validity of a personal check by verifying the signature and the amount

transitive

The bank certified the check by adding a stamp with the amount and signature.
She asked the teller to certify the check before handing it over.
The cashier certified the check to ensure it was valid for payment.
He went to the bank to certify the personal check before making the transaction.
The bank will certify the check to guarantee the funds are available.

to officially confirm compliance with established standards or requirements

transitive

The hospital must certify its compliance with safety regulations.
The doctor will certify the patient's fitness for surgery.
The pharmacist certifies the authenticity of the prescribed medication.
The dentist must certify the sterility of instruments for each procedure.
The health department will certify the new medical facility before it opens to the public.