Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Having the necessary skills, knowledge, and ability to do something successfully.
Competent
/ˈkɒmpətənt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
So dashed competent in every respect.Not that every scientist was competent to judge every contribution.She proved to be a competent leader during the crisis.
Etymology:
Derived from the Latin word "competentem," meaning suitable or sufficient, from competere which means to meet or come together.
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