Expressions used in Everyday Spoken English in Social and Professional contexts
adequate
adequate
Meaning(s)
1) just enough (of sth) for the task
How to MemorizePopularity HighProfessional MediumSocial
have/had/got an adequate amount of sth
Analysis
Adequate is an adjective that means the minimum amount of something that's needed. It could be used to talk about physical resources: "We don't have an adequate amount of food and water for all of the families affected by the disaster." It can also be used to talk about intangible things like skills: "We need to ensure everyone has adequate knowledge to operate the machine safely." This is a word you will hear in mostly in formal and business contexts.
Professional Examples (Basic)
They hadadequate training to begin the job, but more training would mean they could work faster.
The project had to be cancelled becausethere wasn't adequate funding to go ahead.
Social Examples (Basic)
Do you think this much food will be adequate for the party or should I order more?
I'd love to apply for the job but I am not convinced my experience is adequate.