adequacy
Translation
sufficiency, suitability, acceptability
Examples
They questioned the adequacy of the security measures.
They questioned the adequacy of the security measures.
The adequacy of his performance was never in doubt.
The adequacy of his performance was never in doubt.
Grammar Patterns
((the adequacy)) ((of sth.)) the sufficiency or suitability of (sth.) They questioned the adequacy of the security measures.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sufficiency, suitability; Antonyms: inadequacy, insufficiency
Etymology
From Latin 'adaequare' (to make equal to). It refers to the state of being equal to a need or requirement.
Memory Tips
Think of it as being 'add-equal' to what is needed; it's just enough.