Crossword Genius

Biblical victim said to be competent (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

able

'be competent' is the definition.
(similar in meaning)

'biblical victim said' is the wordplay.
'biblical victim' becomes 'abel' (I've seen this in another clue).
'said' indicates a 'sounds like' (homophone) clue.
'abel' sounds like 'ABLE'.

'to' is the link.

(Other definitions for able that I've seen before include "Having considerable skill" , "Capable seaman" , "Qualified - expert" , "Well-equipped" , "Clever skilful" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.
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