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adequate

ad·e·quate

adequate

 
 
pronunciation:
ae d kwiht
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition: enough; as much as needed.
Is your paycheck adequate? Is it enough to pay all your bills?
synonyms:
enough, sufficient
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derivation: adequately (adv.)
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