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competent
[/ˈkɒmpɪtənt/]
adjective
competente
1.
having the necessary ability, knowledge, or skill to do something successfully
She is a competent surgeon with years of experience.
Ela é uma cirurgiã competente com anos de experiência.
2.
adequately qualified or capable
The team produced competent work on the project.
A equipe produziu um trabalho competente no projeto.
3.
having legal or official power or authority
The court is competent to hear this case.
O tribunal é competente para julgar este caso.
NYC Slang
capable, got the chops, legit
Synonyms
capable
skilled
able
proficient
qualified
efficient
adept
Antonyms
incompetent
incapable
unskilled
unqualified
inefficient
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
competente
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
competente
common in business and professional contexts
Portugal
competente
standard usage; also used in legal contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
competent authority
competent witness
more than competent
show competence in
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