B2adverbformal5K

UK/["/səˈfɪʃntli/"]/US/["/səˈfɪʃntli/"]/

Meaning of Sufficiently

enough for a particular purpose; as much as you need

In simple words: enough; to a degree that is acceptable

Sufficiently in a sentence

  • The following day she felt sufficiently well to go to work.
  • By 1995, bald eagles had recovered sufficiently to be removed from the endangered list.

How to use Sufficiently

Often used in formal contexts, such as academic writing or official reports. It might not be appropriate for casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

sufficiently + adjective/adverb

Memory hint

Think of 'sufficient' as enough; add 'ly' to make it an adverb – sufficiently enough.

Related words

Collocations with Sufficiently

  • sufficiently clear
  • sufficiently large
  • sufficiently qualified

Synonyms for Sufficiently

Opposites of Sufficiently

  • insufficiently
  • inadequately

Common mistakes with Sufficiently

  • Confusing with 'sufficient', which is an adjective.
  • Using in informal settings where simpler terms like 'enough' are more appropriate.
  • Misplacing in sentences, leading to awkward constructions.

Compare Sufficiently with Adequately, Enough

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Frequently asked questions about Sufficiently

What does Sufficiently mean?

enough; to a degree that is acceptable

What is the definition of Sufficiently?

enough for a particular purpose; as much as you need

How do you use Sufficiently in a sentence?

The following day she felt sufficiently well to go to work.

Can you give another example of Sufficiently?

By 1995, bald eagles had recovered sufficiently to be removed from the endangered list.

What are synonyms for Sufficiently?

Common alternatives include adequately, satisfactorily, sufficiently, enough.

What is the opposite of Sufficiently?

Opposite meanings include insufficiently, inadequately.

What words go with Sufficiently?

It commonly pairs with sufficiently clear, sufficiently large, sufficiently qualified.

What are common mistakes when using Sufficiently?

Confusing with 'sufficient', which is an adjective. Using in informal settings where simpler terms like 'enough' are more appropriate. Misplacing in sentences, leading to awkward constructions.

How do you pronounce Sufficiently?

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

Is Sufficiently formal or informal?

"Sufficiently" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Sufficiently?

Often used in formal contexts, such as academic writing or official reports. It might not be appropriate for casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Sufficiently?

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