competent
/ˈkɑmpətənt/
adjective
- Having the necessary skill, knowledge, or ability to do something successfully.
- She is a competent nurse who handles emergencies with calm confidence.
- To be a competent driver, you must practice in different road conditions.
- The mechanic was competent enough to fix the engine in under an hour.
- Acceptable and satisfactory, though not outstanding.
- Her cooking is competent, but she rarely tries new recipes.
- He gave a competent presentation, but it lacked passion.
- The movie was competent but not very exciting or original.
- Legally qualified or having the authority to do something.
- Only a competent court can make a final decision on this case.
- A competent authority must approve the building plans before construction begins.
- The witness was deemed competent to testify in court.
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