Adequacy Meaning
/ˈædɪkwəsi/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe quality of being sufficient, adequate or able to meet the needs.
Sentence Examples
Tom behaves obligingly to prove his adequacy.
His zeal is, of course, unquestionable; his adequacy, however, I doubt.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The inspector checked the ____ of the emergency exits in the building.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The board questioned the ____ of the current security measures.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Latin adaequō Latin adaequātuslbor. English adequate English -cy English adequacy From adequate + -cy.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The inspector checked the ____ of the emergency exits in the building.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The board questioned the ____ of the current security measures.