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Competent
ˈkɒmpɪt(ə)nt
Competent definitions
adjective
competent
- having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully
"a highly competent surgeon"
acquainted with familiar with with a knowledge of with an understanding of conversant with au courant with au fait with- (of a person) efficient and capable
"an infinitely competent mother of three"
- acceptable and satisfactory, though not outstanding
"she spoke quite competent French"
- (of a court or other body) accepted as having legal authority to deal with a particular matter
"the London Stock Exchange is the competent authority under the Financial Services Act"
- capable of performing the normal function effectively