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eligible

/'ɛlɪdʒəbəl/

Synonyms of eligible Antonyms of eligible Examples of eligible Usage of eligible Parts of eligible Definition that contains eligible Words sounding like eligible Explanation of eligible

adjective
qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen
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"eligible to run for office" "eligible for retirement benefits" "an eligible bachelor"

Similar:

desirable entitled in line legal pensionable suitable bailable worthy

Opposite:

ineligible

Examples of eligible

"eligible to run for office"
"eligible for retirement benefits"
"an eligible bachelor"