be sufficient
The budget is sufficient to cover all expenses.
The budget meets all necessary costs.
to be enough or adequate for a particular purpose
The evidence is sufficient to prove the case.
The evidence meets the requirements to prove the case.
She has sufficient experience for the job.
She has enough experience to qualify for the job.
Often used in formal or professional contexts to indicate adequacy.
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Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'be sufficient' in formal contexts; in casual speech, 'be enough' is more common.
Gold Rule
Precision
Use 'be sufficient' when referring to meeting exact requirements, not just general adequacy.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'sufficient' (14th century), from Latin 'sufficientia' (enoughness), from 'sufficere' (to be enough).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal writing, legal documents, and professional contexts to indicate that something meets necessary standards.