accreditation (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /əˌkrɛdɪˈteɪʃən/

Definition

The official approval or recognition of an organization or a course of study as meeting certain standards, often by an external body.

Examples

• The hospital is seeking accreditation from the Joint Commission.

• Accreditation ensures that the school provides a quality education.

• Without accreditation, graduates may not be able to practice their profession.

How to Use accreditation

accreditation of (prepositional phrase)

Official recognition granted to something. — "The accreditation of the new laboratory is expected next month."

accreditation by (prepositional phrase)

The entity that grants official recognition. — "The program received accreditation by the national council."

Synonyms of accreditation

Words with a similar meaning to accreditation:

• approval
• recognition
• certification
• licensing

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