Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
adequate
Adjective
/ˈædɪkwət/
Definition
Sufficient for a specific requirement or purpose.
Examples
- The food provided was adequate for the number of guests.
- She has adequate skills to complete the project successfully.
- The room was adequate, but it could use some improvements.
Meaning
Adequate refers to something that is enough or satisfactory for a certain situation, but not necessarily more than what is needed.
Synonyms
- sufficient
- enough
- satisfactory
- acceptable
- competent
