Adequately

/ˈædɪkwətli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a manner that is sufficient or satisfactory for a particular purpose.

The team performed adequately to meet the project deadline.

In a way that fulfills requirements or expectations.

She prepared adequately for the exam and felt confident going in.

To a degree that is good enough for the intended use.

The resources were allocated adequately to ensure the event could proceed smoothly.

From Latin 'adequare', meaning 'to make equal or level'.

adequately equipped:

having enough supplies or resources for a task.

adequately prepared:

having made sufficient preparations.

adequately informed:

having enough information about a topic.

Good enough to get by.

That exam was adequately tough, but I managed.

Just okay.

The meal was adequately decent, nothing special.