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ADEQUATE

(adj., adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Adequate.

Adequate - as an adjective

Having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task

Example: "She had adequate training"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
equal14
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inadequate20

Adequate - as an adjective satellite

Sufficient for the purpose

Example: "An adequate income"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enough10

About average; acceptable

Example: "More than adequate as a secretary"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fair to middlingpassable12tolerable11

Adequate - as a verb

To equalize; to make adequate.

To equal.

Example Sentences

"The food at the restaurant was adequate, but not exceptional."
"He received an adequate score on the exam to pass."
"She had only an adequate amount of time to finish the project."
"The hotel provided adequate accommodations for all the guests."
"We need to ensure there is an adequate supply of water for the hike."
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Word Game Points

Is ADEQUATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, adequate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ADEQUATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is ADEQUATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, adequate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADEQUATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is ADEQUATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, adequate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADEQUATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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