overcompetent
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/ˌoʊvərˈkɑːmpɪtənt/
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/ˌəʊvəˈkɒmpɪtənt/
(competent)
capable and skilled
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overcompetent' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessive' and the word 'competent' from Latin 'competentem', meaning 'suitable, fit'.
Historical Evolution
'competent' changed from the Latin word 'competentem' and eventually became the modern English word 'competent'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'competent' meant 'suitable or fit', but with the prefix 'over-', it evolved to mean 'excessively competent'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
exceedingly or excessively competent, often to the point of being overly confident or presumptuous.
Her overcompetent attitude sometimes alienated her colleagues.
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Last updated: 2025/01/28 01:05