adequate

Phonetic Respelling: [ ad-i-kwit ]

Definition:

adj. good enough to do the job; meets the basic need but not great

Sentence:

That grade is adequate to pass the course.

More example sentences:

That grade is adequate to pass the course.

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He received adequate remuneration for his work.

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A ballpoint pen is adequate for ordinary purposes.

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Plants need adequate drainage to survive.

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Synonyms:

acceptable; fine; okay

Antonyms:

unacceptable; lacking

Adequate rhymes:

• Three Syllable Rhymes
  • adequate
• Four Syllable Rhymes
  • inin