vetted

adjective

vet·​ted ˈve-təd How to pronounce vetted (audio)
: having been subjected to evaluation or appraisal : critically reviewed and evaluated for official approval or acceptance
… a central hub for victims, providing legal resources, a vetted list of lawyers … and how-to guides for petitioning lawmakers.Ryan Broderick
Internet users don't hate the media. … People want the vetted information the news media offer …James Poniewozik
… a carefully curated electronic eco-system that allows you to interact only with vetted software or Web sites.John Pavlus
see also vet entry 3

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As fraud targeting payment apps has increased, routing users through vetted financial institutions can provide additional protection and oversight. Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Apr. 2025 Because multiple vetted drivers are actively competing for your business, prices tend to stay fair and affordable. William Mullane, USA TODAY, 25 Mar. 2025 Below are some of our suggestions of vetted organizations already on the ground doing the work. Rebecca Angel Baer, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025 Provide an extensive list of vetted organizations covering various causes. Srinagesh Vitthanala, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for vetted

Word History

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vetted was in 1924

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“Vetted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vetted. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

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