1
as in good
in a satisfactory way
we weren't completely bowled over by the performance, but the band certainly played more than adequately
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as in enough
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction
adequately provided with candles and freshwater in case of a power outage
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Recent Examples of adequately
But to adequately respond to the ever-worsening biodiversity crisis, conservationists will need all available tools.
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Alex Erwin, The Conversation, 6 June 2025
Others have pointed out that the GENIUS Act doesn’t adequately address the risks associated with stablecoins.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
In 2017, state lawmakers pledged to increase funding by $350 million annually for 10 years to fund schools adequately.
—Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
Or perhaps there isn’t much shade, and both plants can adequately photosynthesize in the space.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025
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Alex Erwin, The Conversation, 6 June 2025
Others have pointed out that the GENIUS Act doesn’t adequately address the risks associated with stablecoins.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
In 2017, state lawmakers pledged to increase funding by $350 million annually for 10 years to fund schools adequately.
—Nell Salzman, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2025
Or perhaps there isn’t much shade, and both plants can adequately photosynthesize in the space.
—Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adequately
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Ours is set in a modern world while subverting the audiences expectations given the character has personified good since its inception.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 May 2024
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Ethics and dangers are obvious concerns, but it shouldn’t be overlooked that AI has the potential to do profound good beyond pithy conversation with some chatbot.—
Steven Aquino,
Forbes,
13 Nov. 2023
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While the 787-8 is small enough to land at an airport with Category 8 RFFS requirements, the 787-9 needs a Category 9 RFFS airport, the Boeing document shows.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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The sports moment of the year started out innocently enough: Jannik Sinner, already up a set at the French Open final on Sunday, led Carlos Alcaraz of Spain 3-0, in the second set.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
8 June 2025
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The adapter is not a proprietary type so just about any 65W power supply with USB-C connectivity should work just fine.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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The sunset cocktail cruise or a private wine cruise should suit you just fine.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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But her decision to make the trek to Sunrise surely can’t sit well with Edmonton forward Jeff Skinner, who’s in the lineup Thursday for the first time this series.—
Adam Beasley,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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In the packaging field, the Academy is introducing a new category for best album cover, while best recording package and best boxed or special limited edition package are being consolidated into one category.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
12 June 2025
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“Adequately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adequately. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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