Definition of Adequate

1. Adjective. Having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task. "He was equal to the task"

Exact synonyms: Equal
Attributes: Adequacy, Adequateness
Similar to: Adequate To, Capable, Equal To, Up To, Competent
Also: Satisfactory
Derivative terms: Adequateness
Antonyms: Inadequate

2. Adjective. Sufficient for the purpose. "Food enough"
Exact synonyms: Decent, Enough
Similar to: Sufficient
Derivative terms: Adequateness, Enough

3. Adjective. About average; acceptable. "More than adequate as a secretary"
Exact synonyms: Fair To Middling, Passable, Tolerable
Similar to: Satisfactory
Derivative terms: Adequateness

Definition of Adequate

1. a. Equal to some requirement; proportionate, or correspondent; fully sufficient; as, powers adequate to a great work; an adequate definition.

2. v. t. To equalize; to make adequate.

Definition of Adequate

1. sufficient for a specific requirement [adj]

Medical Definition of Adequate

1. Satisfactory in quantity or quality, sufficient. (18 Nov 1997)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Adequate

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adeps renis
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adermia
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adesmy
adespota
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