adequate

• Descreve algo que é suficiente ou aceitável em qualidade ou quantidade para um determinado propósito ou necessidade.

Describes something that is sufficient or acceptable in quality or quantity for a particular purpose.

1. Sufficient for a purposeB1formal

   Enough or satisfactory for a specific need or requirement.

   Adequado

   • The supply of food was adequate for the trip.
   • Her qualifications are adequate for the job.
   • We have adequate time to finish the project.

   Sinônimosacceptableenoughpassablesatisfactoryserviceablesufficientsuitable

   Antônimosdeficientinadequateinferiorinsufficientunsatisfactory

2. Acceptable but not excellentB1formal

   Just enough or of a quality that is acceptable but not outstanding.

   Adequado

   • The hotel was adequate but not luxurious.
   • His performance was adequate, though not impressive.
   • The meal was adequate, but I expected better.

   Sinônimosacceptableall rightdecentfairmoderatepassablesatisfactoryso-sotolerable

   Antônimosdeficientinadequateinsufficientunacceptableunsatisfactory