inadequate

• Descreve algo que é insuficiente em quantidade ou que não é bom o bastante para uma determinada finalidade. Também pode indicar algo que não é apropriado ou adequado para uma situação, pessoa ou propósito.

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.

   Inadequado

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdeficientincapableincompetentinferiorinsufficientlackingshortsubstandardunfitunsatisfactory

   Antônimosadequatecapablecompetentfittingqualifiedsatisfactorysufficientsuitable

2. InsufficientB2formal

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

   Insuficiente

   • 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.

   Sinônimosdeficientincommensurateinsufficientlackingmeagerpaltryscantscarceshortsparse

   Antônimosadequateampleenoughsufficient