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competently

/kəmˈpɛtəntli/ · com-pe-tent-ly
adverb
  1. In a competent manner; with skill and efficiency. She handled the complex project competently and delivered it on time.
adjective
  1. Having the necessary skills and knowledge to perform a task. The doctor was competently trained in emergency medicine.
Did you know? The word 'competently' is often used in academic and professional settings to describe someone's ability to perform a task with skill and efficiency, highlighting the importance of competence in various fields.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 15, 2026