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accreditation

[uh-kred-i-tey-shuhn] / əˌkrɛd ɪˈteɪ ʃən /
NOUN
credentials
Synonyms
STRONGEST
diploma
STRONG
authorization card certificate character deed docket document documentation endorsement license missive papers passport proof recommendation sanction testament testimonial title token voucher warrant
WEAK
letter of credence letter of introduction
Antonyms
STRONG
disapproval refusal
NOUN
warrant
Synonyms
STRONGEST
certificate credential license passport permission permit pledge sanction subpoena summons ticket
STRONG
assurance authentication authority basis commission credentials ducat earnest foundation go ahead guarantee okay pass pawn right security shingle sticker tag testimonial token verification warranty word
WEAK
carte blanche green light official document
Antonyms
STRONGEST
prohibition refusal veto
STRONG
breach break denial uncertainty

Example Sentences

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City Council budget hearing last year that the Toronto Zoo lost its accreditation in 2012 by sending its elephants to a sanctuary at the direction of the Toronto City Council.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

The UK, in response, revoked accreditation for a Russian diplomat and a diplomatic spouse, saying it would "not stand for intimidation of British embassy staff and their families".

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

Lebanon withdrew the accreditation of Iran's ambassador and gave him until Sunday to leave the country.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Lebanon's government has acted against Iranian interests and withdrew its approval of the Iranian ambassador's accreditation on Tuesday, a decision Barrot hailed as "courageous".

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Although a large number of reporters had been interested in attending Bobby Fischer’s controversial press conference, journalists were forced to pay $1,000 for accreditation at Sveti Stefan.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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