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competent

/ˈkɒmpətənt/adjective

Having enough skill, knowledge, or qualifications to do something properly.

Example sentences

  • She's a competent cook, though she rarely tries new recipes.
  • Any competent mechanic can replace these brakes in an hour.

Faint praise in some contexts: calling work 'competent' can imply it is adequate but not inspired.

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