adequately

Everyday

1. Well enough, enough for what is needed, but not especially well. tree →
2. In a way that is suitable or sufficient for a job. tree →

In the lessons

Used in school reports and rules («adequately prepared»), in science («adequately heated»), and in safety («adequately protected», «adequately supervised»). It means «enough», not «excellent». Phrases: «adequately prepared», «adequately explained», «not adequately».

Examples

• The room was adequately heated, though not cosy. tree →
• Make sure you are adequately dressed for the snow. tree →
• The plants were not adequately watered, so they drooped. tree →
• She answered the question adequately but forgot the units. tree →
• The bridge was not adequately checked before the storm. tree →
• Children must be adequately supervised near the pool. tree →
• Explain your method adequately so the marker can follow it. tree →

Note

Adverb of «adequate» (enough). Opposite: inadequately. It does not mean «very well» — a teacher's «adequately» is a middle grade. Spelling: adequate + ly.