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UK/["/ˈædɪkwətli/"]/US/["/ˈædɪkwətli/"]/

Meaning of Adequately

in a way that is enough in quantity, or good enough in quality, for a particular purpose or need

In simple words: well enough; sufficiently

Adequately in a sentence

  • Are you adequately insured?

How to use Adequately

Use 'adequately' when you mean something meets the necessary standards but doesn't exceed them. It's suitable in both written and spoken contexts.

Grammar pattern

adequately + verb/adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'ad-equate-ly'—equal to what is needed.

Related words

Collocations with Adequately

  • perform adequately
  • function adequately
  • respond adequately
  • score adequately
  • meet adequately

Synonyms for Adequately

Opposites of Adequately

  • inadequately
  • insufficiently

Common mistakes with Adequately

  • Using 'adequate' when 'adequately' is needed, e.g., 'The plan is adequate' instead of 'The plan works adequately.'
  • Confusing 'adequately' with 'adequate' when describing an action.
  • Incorrectly using 'adequately' in informal speech.

Compare Adequately with Sufficiently, Adequate

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Frequently asked questions about Adequately

What does Adequately mean?

well enough; sufficiently

What is the definition of Adequately?

in a way that is enough in quantity, or good enough in quality, for a particular purpose or need

How do you use Adequately in a sentence?

Are you adequately insured?

What are synonyms for Adequately?

Common alternatives include sufficiently, adequate, competently, satisfactorily, acceptably.

What is the opposite of Adequately?

Opposite meanings include inadequately, insufficiently.

What words go with Adequately?

It commonly pairs with perform adequately, function adequately, respond adequately, score adequately, meet adequately.

What are common mistakes when using Adequately?

Using 'adequate' when 'adequately' is needed, e.g., 'The plan is adequate' instead of 'The plan works adequately.' Confusing 'adequately' with 'adequate' when describing an action. Incorrectly using 'adequately' in informal speech.

How do you pronounce Adequately?

US: /["/ˈædɪkwətli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈædɪkwətli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Adequately?

Use 'adequately' when you mean something meets the necessary standards but doesn't exceed them. It's suitable in both written and spoken contexts.

What CEFR level is Adequately?

"Adequately" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.