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eligible

adjectivegeneral usecommon/i.lɨ.ˈʒi.vɛɫ/e·le·gi·vel

Definition

1

Having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions.

Usage examples

He became eligible for the grant after completing the application.
Only full-time students are eligible for this discount.

Common combinations

eligible populationeligible for benefitsmeet the eligible criteria