1. A group of people with the necessary skills, knowledge, and authority to handle a particular task or responsibility
The competent group of engineers designed an innovative solution for the infrastructure project.
O grupo competente de engenheiros elaborou uma solução inovadora para o projeto de infraestrutura.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, a body with jurisdiction and authority to make decisions on a specific matter
The competent group within the government approved the new regulations.
O grupo competente dentro do governo aprovou as novas regulamentações.