English dictionary

eligible

/'/E/l/I//dZ//@/b/@/l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen

adj.all

Examples
Eligible to run for office.

Eligible for retirement benefits.

An eligible bachelor.

Antonyms ineligible

Source: WordNet 3.0
That may be selected; proper or qualified to be chosen; legally qualified to be elected and to hold office.

adjective

Source: webster1913