ಅರ್ಥ : Properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
A competent typist.
Not qualified or suited for a purpose.
An incompetent secret service.ಅರ್ಥ : Legally qualified or sufficient.
ಉದಾಹರಣೆ :
A competent court.
Competent testimony.
Legally not qualified or sufficient.
A wife is usually considered unqualified to testify against her husband.