inadequate

• Описывает что-то, чего недостаточно или что недостаточно хорошо для определённой цели.

Describes something that is not enough or not good enough for a particular purpose.

1. Not good enoughB2formal

   Lacking the necessary qualities, skills, or resources to meet a task or requirement.

   Недостаточный

   • His training was inadequate for the complex job.
   • She felt inadequate when compared to her more experienced colleagues.
   • The team's preparation was inadequate for the championship match.

   Synonymsdeficientincapableincompetentinferiorinsufficientlackingshortsubstandardunfitunsatisfactory

   Antonymsadequatecapablecompetentfittingqualifiedsatisfactorysufficientsuitable

2. InsufficientB2formal

   Not enough in quantity or degree to meet a need or requirement.

   Недостаточный

   • The funding provided was inadequate to complete the project.
   • The food supply was inadequate for the number of refugees.
   • His explanation was inadequate to clarify the situation.

   Synonymsdeficientincommensurateinsufficientlackingmeagerpaltryscantscarceshortsparse

   Antonymsadequateampleenoughsufficient