COMPETENT Synonyms

There are 13 synonyms of the word competent. (exact relations)
There are 9 hypernyms of the word competent. (close relations)

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	able				noun, adjectiven, adj
	adjective • (usually followed by `to') having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something adjective satellite • have the skills and qualifications to do things well • having inherent physical or mental ability or capacity • having a strong healthy body
	accomplished				adjectiveadj
	adjective satellite • highly skilled • successfully completed or brought to an end • settled securely and unconditionally
	adept				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field adjective satellite • having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
	capable				adjectiveadj
	adjective • (usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability • (followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for adjective satellite • possibly accepting or permitting • having the requisite qualities for • have the skills and qualifications to do things well
	effective				adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
	adjective • producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect adjective satellite • able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively • works well as a means or remedy • exerting force or influence • existing in fact; not theoretical; real • ready for service
	efficient				adjectiveadj
	adjective • being effective without wasting time or effort or expense adjective satellite • able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
	experienced				adjectiveadj
	adjective • having experience; having knowledge or skill from observation or participation
	expert				noun, adjectiven, adj
	noun • a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully adjective satellite • having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude • of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood
	proficient				adjectiveadj
	adjective • of or relating to technique or proficiency in a practical skill adjective satellite • having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
	qualified				adjectiveadj
	adjective • meeting the proper standards and requirements and training for an office or position or task • limited or restricted; not absolute adjective satellite • holding appropriate documentation and officially on record as qualified to perform a specified function or practice a specified skill • restricted in meaning; (as e.g. `man' in `a tall man') • contingent on something else
	skilled				adjectiveadj
	adjective • having or showing or requiring special skill
	sufficient				adjectiveadj
	adjective • of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
	talented				adjectiveadj
	adjective • endowed with talent or talents

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