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  2. /competently

competently

UK/'kɑmpətəntli/US
C2

Definitions

adv.

In a skilled and capable manner

胜任地;有能力地

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
competenttogether, with
+
-lyseek, aim, strive
=competently

competent + -ly = in a competent way.

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The surgery was performed competently and without complications.

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