verb. Simple past tense and past participle of accredit.

adjective. Given official approval after meeting certain standards, as an accredited university; or as disease free cattle.

adjective. given official approval to act

"The term "accredited investor" covers a range of sophisticated investors, from individuals whose net worth exceeds $1 million to institutions such as venture capital firms."

authorised  authorized  

credited  discredited  edited  

acknowledged  authorized  credentialed  sanctioned  

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