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Synonyms for (adjective) adequate

Synonyms: equal, adequate Definition: having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task Usage: she had adequate training; her training was adequate; she was adequate to the job; he was equal to the task

Hypernyms: adequate to, up to, capable, equal to Definition: having the requisite qualities for Usage: equal to the task; the work isn't up to the standard I require

Hypernyms: competent Definition: adequate for the purpose Usage: a competent performance

Synonyms: fair to middling, tolerable, adequate, passable Definition: about average; acceptable Usage: more than adequate as a secretary

Hypernyms: satisfactory Definition: giving satisfaction Usage: satisfactory living conditions; his grades were satisfactory

Synonyms: adequate, decent, enough Definition: sufficient for the purpose Usage: an adequate income; the food was adequate; a decent wage; enough food; food enough

Hypernyms: sufficient Definition: of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant Usage: sufficient food