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(in-ad-e-quate-ly) 5 syllables

Definition

adverb. in a way that is not sufficient or not enough.

Example Sentence

He was inadequately dressed for the cold weather.

More Example Sentences

They prepared inadequately for the big test.

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Rhymes

  • adequately

  • inadequately
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