competence

/ˈkɑmpɪtəns/
noun
  1. The ability to do something well or effectively.
    • You need to demonstrate competence in several areas to get the job.
    • Her competence in math earned her a scholarship.
    • The manager was praised for his competence in handling difficult customers.
  2. A skill or area of knowledge that someone is good at.
    • She listed her competences on her resume, including project management and data analysis.
    • Public speaking is one of his core competences.
    • The training program helps employees develop new competences.
  3. The legal authority or qualification to do something.
    • The case was dismissed because the judge lacked competence in that jurisdiction.
    • The court questioned the witness's competence to testify.
    • Only doctors have the competence to prescribe medication.
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