Definition for Adequate

adequate, adj. [L. adæquãt-us, equalized or level.] (webplay: fully, ideas of infinite power, just, sufficient, supply).

  1. Sufficient; enough.
  2. Appropriate; able; capable; confident; competent; fit; qualified.
  3. Ample; abundant; plentiful; generous.
  4. Secure; firm; sound; strong enough to stand.

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