1 a (usu. foll. by to + infin. or for) or adequately qualified or capable (not competent to drive). b effective (a competent batsman).
2 Law (of a judge, court, or witness) legally qualified or qualifying.
Derivatives:
competently adv.
Etymology: ME f. OF competent or L competent- (as COMPETE)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.