Certified Definition & Meaning

certified
adjective
  1. endorsed authoritatively as having met certain requirements; "a certified public accountant"
  2. fit to be certified as insane (and treated accordingly)
  3. holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill; "a registered pharmacist"; "a registered hospital"

"Certified" in song lyrics

See how certified is used in real songs:

  • "We're qualified and certified"
    2 Live Crew — Word II
  • "And I'm B.M.G. 1965, black T fitted cap and I'm certified"
    Billy Cook f/ H.A.W.K., Meechie — Drama
  • "Cl'Che and T2, we Grammy certified"
    Cl'Che f/ Billy Cook, T2 — On Top of Da World

Usage tips for "certified"

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