'competently' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'competentem,' where 'com-' meant 'together' and 'petere' meant 'to seek.' 'Managed' comes from the Italian 'maneggiare,' meaning 'to handle.'

'competentem' transformed into the Old French word 'competent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'competent.' 'Maneggiare' transformed into the French word 'maneger,' and eventually became the modern English word 'manage.'

Initially, 'competent' meant 'suitable or fit,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having the necessary ability.' 'Manage' initially meant 'to handle or control,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.