Decertifying — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /(ˌ)dē-ˈsər-tə-ˌfī/ de·cer·ti·fy

Meaning & Definition of Decertifying

Decertifying (verb)

  1. to withdraw or revoke the certification of

Decertifying (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in disqualifying, delegitimizing

    similar: delegitimizing, invalidating, nullifying, disqualifying, disabling, disempowering, disenfranchising, disallowing, forbidding, proscribing
    opposite: authorizing, entitling, privileging, qualifying, approving, endorsing, empowering, enabling, enfranchising, licensing

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Decertifying

The most common words with a similar meaning to Decertifying:

delegitimizing, invalidating, nullifying, disqualifying, disabling, disempowering, disenfranchising, disallowing, forbidding, proscribing

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Decertifying

Words with the opposite meaning of Decertifying:

authorizing, entitling, privileging, qualifying, approving, endorsing, empowering, enabling, enfranchising, licensing

Word Forms of Decertifying

Inflections: decertified, decertifies

Derived words: decertification (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Decertifying

First known use: 1918

Frequently Asked Questions about Decertifying

What does "Decertifying" mean?

"Decertifying" means to withdraw or revoke the certification of. As a verb, it is defined as: to withdraw or revoke the certification of.

What is another word for "Decertifying"?

Other words for "Decertifying" include delegitimizing, invalidating, nullifying, disqualifying, disabling, disempowering, disenfranchising and disallowing. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Decertifying" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Decertifying"?

There are 10 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Decertifying". Common alternatives include delegitimizing, invalidating, nullifying, disqualifying, disabling, disempowering, disenfranchising, disallowing, forbidding and proscribing.

What is the opposite of "Decertifying"?

Antonyms of "Decertifying" include authorizing, entitling, privileging, qualifying, approving, endorsing, empowering and enabling.

Is "Decertifying" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Decertifying" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Decertifying"?

"Decertifying" is pronounced /(ˌ)dē-ˈsər-tə-ˌfī/ and divided into syllables as de·cer·ti·fy.

What is the origin of the word "Decertifying"?

First known use: 1918.

What is another word for "Decertifying" meaning "as in disqualifying, delegitimizing"?

When "Decertifying" (verb) means as in disqualifying, delegitimizing, synonyms include delegitimizing, invalidating, nullifying, disqualifying, disabling and disempowering. Opposites in this sense include authorizing, entitling, privileging and qualifying.