bevoegd — meaning in English

English meaning

• able adj Having the power, skill, resources, or opportunity to do something.
• competent adj Having enough skill, knowledge, or ability to do something properly.
• qualified adjective Having the necessary skills, training, or credentials for a role.

Senses

bevoegd is used for these senses in English:

• able (law) Legally qualified or competent. [First attested in the early 18th century.]
• competent Having sufficient skill, knowledge, ability, or qualifications.
• competent (legal) Having jurisdiction or authority over a particular issue or question.
• qualified Meeting the standards, requirements, and training for a position.

able — full definition

1. adj Having the power, skill, resources, or opportunity to do something.
2. adj Skilled or competent.

competent — full definition

1. adj Having enough skill, knowledge, or ability to do something properly.
2. adj Having the legal authority or jurisdiction to deal with a matter.

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