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Term: Eligible

Description:

Eligible is an adjective that refers to someone or something that meets the necessary requirements or qualifications to be considered suitable for a particular purpose.

Senses:

1. Popular Sense: Having the necessary prerequisites or qualifications, suitable, or qualified.
2. Local Sense: Recognized or accepted within a particular local community or region.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

• She is eligible to participate in the competition because she meets all the age requirements.
• The candidate must be a citizen of the country to be eligible for the presidential election.
• Only students with a GPA above 3.0 are eligible to apply for the scholarship.

Local Usage:

• That type of music is not very popular but it has a loyal local fanbase.
• This festival aims to promote local artists and their work.
• Supporting local businesses is essential for the community's economic growth.

Related Products:

• Books about eligibility
• Movies featuring eligible characters
• Courses on eligibility