ultracompetent

adjective

Definition of ultracompetentnext
as in capable

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultracompetent
  1. capable
  2. able
  3. skilled
  4. qualified
  5. competent
  6. expert
  7. prepared
  8. skillful
Adjective
  • And more than half of Venezuela’s barrels are destined for the United States, where refineries in the Gulf are capable of processing its heavy, viscous form of crude, said Jungman.
    — Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Low-Earth orbit operations will likely favor agile, highly maneuverable vehicles capable of complex rendezvous and stabilization tasks.
    — Alan Bradley, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of capable
Adjective
  • With no Republican challenger, Rogers was able to devote much of the primary campaign to preparing for the fall general election.
    — Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Members who link their accounts for the first time will be able to earn miles for their first 12 months before the flight requirement takes effect.
    — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of able
Adjective
  • There just aren’t enough skilled American engineers to meet demand.
    — Michael Ashley, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • But Jovic still has upside as a skilled 6-foot-10 forward who’s just 23 years old and impressed with the Serbian national team during the July window of European World Cup qualifying this summer.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 29 July 2026
Definition of skilled
Adjective
  • After county planning officials issued a report stating construction wouldn’t impact the environment, Fish and Game countered, saying the report wasn’t thorough, and a qualified biologist will have to survey the site.
    — Bay City News, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Taking a few extra minutes to verify the quality of the work — and choosing a qualified contractor over simply the cheapest bid — can help prevent repeat breakdowns, unnecessary energy costs and larger repair bills later.
    — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of qualified
Adjective
  • Brun’s social media posts during this time portray him more as a man in deep distress than a competent drug kingpin.
    — Guthrie Scrimgeour, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Chevrolet includes its Super Cruise semi-automated driving system as an option for the Bolt, making this one of the least expensive vehicles offering genuinely competent hands-free highway driving.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of competent
Adjective
  • The documentary will feature diverse expert opinions and a family exploring holistic alternatives to medication, aiming to provide crucial context for parents and professionals and prompt deeper questions about contemporary life's effects.
    — Rick Ellis, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • The trial will be held in federal court in Oakland, and will depend heavily on expert testimony from economists.
    — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 31 July 2026
Definition of expert
Adjective
  • While the summer focuses on prepared foods, the Toupses also do holiday drop-offs during Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even Valentine’s Day that provide ingredients for preparing festive meals at home.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Aug. 2026
  • An Iranian diplomat told the Wall Street Journal that the regime is prepared to take advantage of Trump political vulnerability and would consider preemptive strikes if talks fail.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of prepared
Adjective
  • The Norwegian soccer superstar, 26, took social media by storm throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup, between his skillful talent on the pitch and his team’s celebratory Viking row.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
  • Jordan's first try from a chip kick by Jordie Barrett and a skillful recovery by Leroy Carter gave New Zealand the lead for the first time and against the run of play in the 30th minute.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 July 2026
Definition of skillful
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“Ultracompetent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultracompetent. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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