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'.