1. Government or administrative employees who are competent, skilled, and capable in their duties
The department was staffed with able officials who efficiently managed the budget.
O departamento era composto por funcionários capazes que gerenciavam eficientemente o orçamento.
2. Public servants demonstrating high levels of professional competence and effectiveness
The agency hired only able officials with proven track records.
A agência contratou apenas funcionários capazes com históricos comprovados.