as in abilities
the physical or mental power to do something
questioned his competence to finish the task without help
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Recent Examples of competences
Over billions of years, increasingly greater competences evolved.
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Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 20 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for competences
Noun
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Next, the team wants to use digital reconstruction methods to correct deformation on other parts of the skull, such as the braincase, to reveal insights about the brain size of Little Foot — and potentially unlock clues about the cognitive abilities of our early human ancestors.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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The character is a mutant with superhuman abilities.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
6 Mar. 2026
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During the event, students are tested on real-world HVAC competencies, including system diagnostics, electrical components, safety practices, and installation standards.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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Let’s talk about our innovation competencies.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Sourcing Journal,
13 Feb. 2026
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“Competences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/competences. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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