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adequate

British pronunciation/ˈædɪkwət/
American pronunciation/ˈædəˌkweɪt/, /ˈædəkwət/
adequate
[ADJECTIVE]
1

sufficient for the purpose

synonyms : enough
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adequate definition and meaning
2

having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task

synonyms : equal
antonyms : inadequate
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3

about average; acceptable

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Examples
1The project failed for the want of adequate funding.
2Adequate facilities already exist to serve the needs of people visting the town.
3The police are failing to take adequate measures to check the growth in crime.
4The side view mirrors are adequate.
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