present participle of compete

In a competent manner.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of compete

Having enough skill or knowledge to do something well.

(sociolinguistics) A language user's grammatical knowledge of syntax, morphology, phonology and the like, as well as social knowledge about how and when to use utterances appropriately.

plural of communicative competence

(UK, law) The capacity of a child to consent to medical treatment without parental permission or knowledge.

An aspect of communicative competence consisting of the ability to organize one's communicated ideas effectively and to compensate for any communication breakdowns.

Alternative form of Gillick competence

(management) An important special capability or expertise, especially that of a business affording it sustainable competitive advantage.