competency
/ˈkɑmpətənsi/
noun
- The ability to do something well; skill or knowledge in a particular area.
- She demonstrated her competency in math by solving the problem quickly.
- His competency as a pilot was recognized after years of safe flights.
- The job requires a high level of competency in computer programming.
- The legal authority or qualification to do something, such as make decisions or testify in court.
- The court evaluated his competency to stand trial before proceeding.
- A person must be of sound mind to have legal competency to sign a contract.
- The judge questioned the witness's competency to give testimony due to her age.
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