What does competently mean?
Competently means In a competent manner..
Competently
Pronunciation varies by accent · adverb
Meaning
In a competent manner..
Example Sentences
And on the end of the big table sat a pot of chicken and dumplings, the sad but tasty end of a tough red bird who had competently done his roosterly duty all his life, yet through no fault of his own had ended up a criminal.
Synonyms for competently
Antonyms for competently
Related Words
Word Forms
- more competently
- most competently
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for competently?
Common synonyms include aptly, ably, capably, with competence.
What is the opposite of competently?
Possible antonyms include incompetently, displaying incompetence.
How do you use competently in a sentence?
And on the end of the big table sat a pot of chicken and dumplings, the sad but tasty end of a tough red bird who had competently done his roosterly duty all his life, yet through no fault of his own had ended up a criminal.
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