competent
ˈkɑːmpɪtənt
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Definition of competent - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
abilityhaving the necessary skills or knowledge
  • She is competent in her job.
capable proficient skilled
2.
able enoughadequate for a specific purpose
  • The solution is competent for our needs.
capable proficient sufficient
3.
legalTECH.having legal authority or qualificationTECH.
  • The court is competent to hear the case.
authorized capable qualified
4.
geologyTECH.resistant to deformation or flowTECH.
  • The rock layer is competent under pressure.
durable strong sturdy
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Expressions with competent

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organization recognized as having expertise in a specific area
The competent authority on health issued new guidelines.
court with legal authority to hear and decide a specific case
The complaint must be filed in the competent court of that region.

Origin of competent

Latin, competere (to strive together)

Terms with competent included in their meaning

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goodadj.
skill
competent or skilled
ability
adequately capable or competent
character
male who is reliable and competent
security
being cared for by someone competent
competence
competent and skilled in a particular area
knowledge
knowledgeable and competent in a particular area
behavior
act as if competent until it becomes true
competence
being handled by someone competent

Examples of competent in a sentence

  • He is competent enough to handle the project alone.
  • Her performance was competent but not outstanding.
  • The team is competent enough to handle the project.
  • Only a competent judge can rule on this matter.
  • The competent authority must approve the document.
  • The competent strata resisted the geological forces.

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  1. French:compétent, adéquat, ...
  2. German:kompetent, geeignet, ...
  3. Italian:competente, adeguato, ...
  4. Spanish:competente, adecuado, ...
  5. Portuguese:competente, adequado, ...
  6. Chinese:胜任的, 合适的, ...
  7. Japanese:有能な, 十分な, ...
  8. Arabic:كَفْء, مُناسِب, ...
  9. Hebrew:מוּכְשָׁר, כָּשִׁיר, ...
  10. Russian:компетентный, адекватный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:компетентний, достатній, ...
  12. Hindi:सक्षम, पर्याप्त, ...
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