Certificate

/sərˈtɪfɪkɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A document serving as evidence or as written testimony, especially one that is authorized or issued by an authority.

He received a certificate of completion after finishing the course.

A document attesting to a certain fact, especially regarding a person's qualifications or achievements.

The company requires a certification to prove that the applicant is qualified.

A written assurance, especially one that is officially recognized or printed.

She has a birth certificate that verifies her date of birth.

An official document that confirms that someone has received a particular qualification or has completed a specific training.

After attending the workshop, she was awarded a certificate in advanced project management.

From Latin 'certificatum', meaning 'something certified'.

birth certificate

An official document attesting to the date and place of a person's birth.

certificate of completion

A document issued after the successful completion of a course or training.

certificate of authenticity

A document that confirms the authenticity of an item, such as artwork or collectibles.

credential

A document providing evidence of a person's qualifications.

diploma

A document certifying the completion of a course or degree.

license

A permit or authorization granting rights to do something.

Cert

He got his cert for passing the course.

Certs

I need to submit my certs to apply for that job.