Synonyms for Adequate
Top synonyms for “adequate”: enough, equal, fair to middling, passable, tolerable, adequacy, adequate to(p), adequateness, and 6 more below.
Definitions
- (adjective)having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task“she had adequate training”
- (adjective)about average; acceptable“more than adequate as a secretary”
- (adjective)sufficient for the purpose“an adequate income”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "adequate"?
Common synonyms for "adequate" include enough, equal, fair to middling, passable, tolerable, adequacy. Our thesaurus lists 14 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "adequate"?
Antonyms for "adequate" include inadequate. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "adequate" mean?
having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task Example: "she had adequate training"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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