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vetted

 

[ ˈvɛtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

review process

The term 'vetted' refers to the process of thoroughly examining or assessing something before it is accepted or approved. In many contexts, this involves evaluating the credibility, reliability, or quality of a person, document, or proposal. The vetting process is crucial for making informed decisions and ensuring that the right choices are made, especially in professional or sensitive situations. For example, job applicants may be vetted to ensure their qualifications and background are legitimate, while research can be vetted for accuracy before publication.

Synonyms

assessed, evaluated, examined, screened

Examples of usage

  • The candidate was vetted before the interview.
  • All proposals must be vetted by the committee.
  • We vetted the sources of the information thoroughly.

Translations

Translations of the word "vetted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aprovado

🇮🇳 जांच किया गया

🇩🇪 geprüft

🇮🇩 diperiksa

🇺🇦 перевірений

🇵🇱 zweryfikowany

🇯🇵 検証済み

🇫🇷 vérifié

🇪🇸 verificado

🇹🇷 doğrulanmış

🇰🇷 검증된

🇸🇦 تم التحقق منه

🇨🇿 ověřený

🇸🇰 overený

🇨🇳 经过审核的

🇸🇮 preverjen

🇮🇸 staðfest

🇰🇿 тексерілген

🇬🇪 შეფასებული

🇦🇿 təsdiqlənmiş

🇲🇽 verificado

Etymology

The word 'vetted' originates from the early 20th century and is derived from the noun 'vet', which is short for 'veterinarian', a term that first appeared in the early 19th century. The concept of 'vetting' emerged from the need to scrutinize and ensure the fitness or adequacy of various subjects, particularly in relation to candidates for jobs, proposals for projects, and other significant decisions. The term has been widely adopted in various fields, including politics, business, and academia, where thorough evaluation is critical. Its usage has increased in recent decades, reflecting a growing emphasis on due diligence and accountability in numerous sectors. The practice of vetting has become more formalized, especially in contexts such as background checks and assessments for security clearances, highlighting the importance of trust and reliability in both personal and professional relationships.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,476 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.