CERTIFIABLE Synonyms: 168 Similar and Opposite Words

certifiable

adjective

ˈsər-tə-ˌfī-ə-bəl

Definition of certifiable

as in genuine

being exactly as appears or as claimed a professor who is regarded by his colleagues as a certifiable genius

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as in psychotic

dated, informal + disparaging unable to think in a clear or sensible way Anyone who would run in front of a car like that is certifiable.

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Recent Examples of certifiable The health-tech company will gain first access to world model technologies, enabling it to develop FDA-certifiable AI systems for healthcare. — Dave Smith, Fortune, 19 Dec. 2025 The resulting felt is then transformed into Fēlthos through a series of pressing, felting and finishing stages, according to certifiable quality standards. — Andrea Onate, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025 The Camel Coat A certifiable closet classic that comes in virtually every fit and silhouette—and every at price point. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2025 While some considered Cannon certifiable and Donthiner’s intentions seemed questionable, Virgil still went to the Sitka police station and made a detailed report of everything the two women told him. — Bjorn Dihle, Outdoor Life, 4 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for certifiable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for certifiable

Adjective

Net-net, this is a genuine improvement for the customers of everything.

— Stephen Messer, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
The real question is whether the F 450 RR can deliver enough character and genuine riding pleasure to justify its premium positioning, particularly when the middleweight sportbike segment is getting increasingly crowded.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of genuine

Adjective

Unfortunately, his doctor interprets all the screaming about an alien presence in Thomas’ head as a garden-variety psychotic breakdown, and remands him to a more secure facility.

— Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2026
It may also be used to treat certain other psychotic conditions, such as psychosis arising in Parkinson disease.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of psychotic

Adjective

Supporting this remarkable local treasure offers a rare chance to experience authentic culinary artistry from a true master.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 21 Oct. 2026
One guy painted all the signs in town One thing that gave Stars Hollow that authentic feel?

— Mara Reinstein, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of authentic

Adjective

As in many of the attractions, he’s based on a real person who experienced certain events.

— Jenelle Riley, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026
The tension follows the women to Courtney’s event celebrating her husband’s birthday, where the real entertainment for the evening was Tia and Gizelle lacing stepping in the ring.

— Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of real

Adjective

These three are just the latest in a mad rush for capital that has been putting a strain on the AI trade.

— Zev Fima, CNBC, 26 Oct. 2026
Both about power-mad blondes getting involved with the shadier side of the medical industrial complex, but Matt Hagen’s nanites worked, dammit!

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of mad

Adjective

These remain part of its development strategy rather than a range of certified aircraft.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
Gill estimates the average cost for custom, certified flood panels for a 3-bedroom 2-bathroom home is somewhere in the neighborhood of $22,000.

— Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of certified

Adjective

Rihanna’s here, maniacal crowds are lining up outside shows to screech and wave at their favorite stars and days of runway events big and small lie ahead.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026
These machines—the maniacal Maverick R, with its praying mantis-like front suspension, and the hard-working Pioneer—have little else in common.

— Caleb Jacobs, The Drive, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of maniacal

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