Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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capable | No | Yes | No | No |
competent | No | Yes | No | No |
capable (adjective) | competent (adjective) |
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(usually followed by `of') having capacity or ability | properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient |
(followed by `of') having the temperament or inclination for | legally qualified or sufficient |
having the requisite qualities for | adequate, but not outstanding or exceptional |
have the skills and qualifications to do things well | |
possibly accepting or permitting |