Competent backbone Synonyms

Definitions for Competent


  • (adjective) having the required skills for an acceptable level of performance
  • (adjective) being what is called for by accepted standards of right and wrong
  • (adjective) properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient

Definitions for Backbone


  • (noun) a column of bones supporting the trunk of a vertebrate animal
  • (noun) the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
  • (noun) the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord