Adequately
Example: They respond adequately under given constraints
Definition
"Adequately" is an adverb that describes performing or responding in a way that is sufficient and acceptable for a particular purpose or situation. When someone acts adequately, they meet the necessary requirements or standards without exceeding them.
Etymology
The word "adequately" comes from the adjective "adequate," which originates from the Latin word "adequatus," meaning 'equal to' or 'sufficient.' The suffix '-ly' is added to form an adverb, indicating the manner of an action. Did you know? The Latin root combines 'ad-' meaning 'to' and 'aequare' meaning 'to make equal,' reflecting the idea of meeting a certain standard.
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"Adequately" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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