Definitions
the quality of being adequately or well qualified physically and intellectually
Word origin
From Late Latin competentia. Doublet of competence.
Used in a sentence
“The loan demonstrates, in regard to instrumental resources, the competency of this kingdom to the assertion of the common cause.”
“What professional competencies do science teachers need?”
“By the year 2000, American students will leave grades four, eight, and twelve having demonstrated competency in challenging subject matter including English, mathematics, science, history, and geography....”
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01“Ability”10 letters
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