com·pe·tence 
/ˈkɑ:mpətəns/ noun
/ˈkɑ:mpətəns/ noun [noncount] : the ability to do something well : the quality or state of being competent
▪ He trusts in the competence of his doctor. ▪ Students must demonstrate competence in all subjects. [=must show that they have learned all subjects] — opposite incompetence
▪ He trusts in the competence of his doctor. ▪ Students must demonstrate competence in all subjects. [=must show that they have learned all subjects] — opposite incompetence
