certificate

/sətˈɪfɪkət/

/sɝˈtɪfɪkət/

Certificate

an official document that states one has successfully passed an exam or completed a course of study

a document attesting to the truth of certain stated facts

a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends

synonyms : security

to certificate

MAIN VERB

to grant someone an official document that confirms a fact about them, such as having successfully passed a course

present someone with a certificate

Examples

1. She admired the gold stars on her graduation certificate.

2. The certificate also includes her birthday as August 7, 1952.

3. Today, three women, Crystal, Tasbah, and Lisa, claim their certificates.

4. Finally, some people will pursue paralegal certificates.