Cool MateMeaning of Good enough
Satisfactory or acceptable but not exceptional.
In simple words: Satisfactory, but not perfect.
Good enough in a sentence
- The meal was good enough for me, though it could have used more flavor.
- His explanation was good enough to convince the team.
- She felt her performance was good enough to earn a passing grade.
- The painting was good enough to be displayed in the gallery.
- After the revisions, the report was finally good enough to submit.
How to use Good enough
Used to express that something meets the minimum requirements. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but less suitable for situations requiring high standards.
Grammar pattern
standalone chunk
Memory hint
Think of 'good enough' as being just right to get by, like passing a test.
Related words
Collocations with Good enough
- good enough for government work
- good enough to eat
- good enough to go
- good enough to pass
- good enough to satisfy
Synonyms for Good enough
- acceptable
- satisfactory
- adequate
- passable
- decent
Common mistakes with Good enough
- Used in overly formal contexts where higher standards are expected.
- Confused with 'good' as a standalone adjective.
- Misused as a synonym for 'excellent'.
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Frequently asked questions about "Good enough"
What does "Good enough" mean?
Satisfactory, but not perfect.
What is the definition of "Good enough"?
Satisfactory or acceptable but not exceptional.
How do you use "Good enough" in a sentence?
The meal was good enough for me, though it could have used more flavor.
Can you give another example of "Good enough"?
His explanation was good enough to convince the team.
What are synonyms for "Good enough"?
Common alternatives include acceptable, satisfactory, adequate, passable, decent.
What words go with "Good enough"?
It commonly pairs with good enough for government work, good enough to eat, good enough to go, good enough to pass, good enough to satisfy.
What are common mistakes when using "Good enough"?
Used in overly formal contexts where higher standards are expected. Confused with 'good' as a standalone adjective. Misused as a synonym for 'excellent'.
How do you pronounce "Good enough"?
US: //ɡʊd ɪˈnʌf//, UK: //ɡʊd ɪˈnʌf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use "Good enough"?
Used to express that something meets the minimum requirements. Appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, but less suitable for situations requiring high standards.