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inadequate
/ɪnˈædɪkwət/
not sufficient or good enough
The training program was inadequate for the job requirements.
The training did not provide enough knowledge or skills needed for the job.
general
Not enough in quantity, quality, or extent to meet a need or standard.
The evidence presented was inadequate to prove the case.
The evidence was not strong or sufficient to support the argument.
His preparation for the exam was inadequate.
He did not study enough to be ready for the test.
Often used to describe a lack of something necessary or expected.
Collocations
inadequate preparationnot enough preparationinadequate resourcesnot enough resourcesinadequate responsenot enough response
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal Use
Use 'inadequate' in formal or professional settings. In casual conversation, synonyms like 'not enough' or 'lacking' may be more natural.
Word Origin
From Latin 'in-' (not) + 'adequatus' (equal to), meaning not equal or sufficient.
Usage Notes
Often used in formal or professional contexts to describe a shortfall in performance, resources, or quality.
Word Breakdown
in-
not
prefixadequate
sufficient or equal
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