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competent

adjective/kõpɨˈtẽtɨ/high

com·pe·ten·te

Definition

Having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully.
She is a highly competent manager.
The court ruled it was a competent authority.
Common collocations
competent authoritycompetent jurisdictioncompetent person

Etymology

Do latim 'competens, competentis', particípio presente de 'competere'.

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