competently

adverb

Definition of competentlynext
as in masterfully
in a skillful or expert manner performed the piece at least competently, if not superbly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for competently
  1. well
  2. ably
  3. easily
Adverb
  • This headlamp is versatile enough for most activities, though well suited for running.
    Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Two items better known for cleaning swimming pools and moisturizing dry skin might help protect the Earth’s corals and decrease antibiotic resistance and pollution in the ocean.
    Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of well
Adverb
  • Loosely based on Shirley Jackson’s gothic horror novel of the same name, this creepy tale is skillfully directed by Mike Flanagan (Doctor Sleep), ably assisted by a strong cast that includes Carla Gugino, Timothy Hutton, and Victoria Pedretti.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
  • Jeremy Allen White is spectacular in the lead role, but he’s ably supported by great turns from Ayo Edibiri and Ebon Moss-Bacharach.
    Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2024
Definition of ably
Adverb
  • In keeping with the theme of this column, every class of Nacogdoches, local or visiting, blended easily in this friendly oasis.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Colors with shorter wavelengths, such as blues and violets, scatter more easily than colors with longer wavelengths, which include red and orange.
    John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of easily
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