adequate
Translation
sufficient, satisfactory, acceptable
Examples
The food was adequate for our needs.
The food was adequate for our needs.
His performance was adequate, but not outstanding.
His performance was adequate, but not outstanding.
Grammar Patterns
adequate ((for sth./sb.)) sufficient for (a purpose or person) The food was adequate for our needs.
adequate ((to do sth.)) good enough to do (sth.) His skills are adequate to do the job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sufficient, satisfactory, enough; Antonyms: inadequate, insufficient
Etymology
From Latin 'adaequatus', meaning 'made equal to'. Formed from 'ad-' (to) + 'aequus' (equal).
Memory Tips
Think 'add equal'. You've added enough to make it equal to what is required.