Adequado
Example: Este vestido é adequado para a festa de casamento.
Definition
"Adequate" describes something that is suitable or appropriate for a particular purpose or situation, such as clothing, behavior, or conditions. For example, an "adequate" dress is fitting and acceptable for an event like a wedding party.
Etymology
The word "adequate" comes from the Latin 'adaequatus,' the past participle of 'adaequare,' meaning 'to make equal to.' It entered English through French and Portuguese, carrying the sense of something meeting a required standard or being appropriate. Did you know? The root relates to the idea of equality or matching a need perfectly.
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