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competence
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competence
(noun)
competence
/
ˈ
kɑːmpətəns/
noun
competence
/
ˈ
kɑːmpətəns/
noun
Britannica Dictionary definition of COMPETENCE
[
noncount
]
:
the ability to do something well
:
the quality or state of being competent
He trusts in the
competence
of his doctor.
Students must demonstrate
competence
in all subjects. [=must show that they have learned all subjects]
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opposite
incompetence
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