Sufficiently

/səˈfɪʃəntli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

To an adequate degree; as much as is needed.

The results were sufficiently convincing to justify further research.

In a way that meets the necessary requirements.

He trained sufficiently to compete in the national championship.

To a degree that is adequate for purpose.

The water was heated sufficiently for the experiment to proceed.

To an extent that is enough to achieve a desired outcome.

She was sufficiently prepared for the interview, having practiced her answers.

Derived from the Latin word 'sufficientem', meaning capable or adequate.

sufficiently good

Good enough for a particular purpose.

sufficiently large

Large enough to meet certain specifications.

sufficiently detailed

Detailed enough to provide clarity.

sufficient

Enough to meet the needs.

suffice

To be enough or adequate.

Good enough

This pizza is sufficiently good to order again.

Adequate for now

That'll do, it's sufficiently what I need.