accredit

Intermediate

/əˈkrɛdɪt/

verb
To officially recognize, approve, or empower

accredit in a sentence

  • “The university is accredited for its research programs.”
  • “The association only accredits programs that meet its high standards.”
  • “The program was accredited by the American Dental Association.”
  • “The invention of scuba gear is accredited to Jacques Cousteau.”

What does “accredit” mean?

accredit (verb) means to officially recognize, approve, or empower. It is pronounced /əˈkrɛdɪt/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "accredit" mean?
accredit (verb) means: To officially recognize, approve, or empower
How do you pronounce "accredit"?
"accredit" is pronounced /əˈkrɛdɪt/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "accredit" in a sentence?
Here is "accredit" used in a sentence: The university is accredited for its research programs.

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