eligibility
noun/ˌelɪdʒəˈbɪləti/
/ˌelɪdʒəˈbɪləti/
[uncountable]- the state of being able to have or do something because you have the right qualifications, are the right age, etc.
- eligibility for something Marriage to a national gave automatic eligibility for citizenship.
- eligibility to do something She assessed each of her students to determine their eligibility to take the higher exam.
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- the quality of being considered a good choice as a husband/wife, usually because of being rich or attractive
- Despite his obvious eligibility, he hasn't had much luck with girlfriends.
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