Synonyms for Adequate
Definition of adequate
adjective
- having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task; "she had adequate training"; "her training was adequate"; "she was adequate to the job"; "he was equal to the task"
- sufficient for the purpose; "an adequate income"; "the food was adequate"; "a decent wage"; "enough food"; "food enough"
- about average; acceptable; "more than adequate as a secretary"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "adequate"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like capable, competent, decent can replace "adequate" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "adequate" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Adequate" in song lyrics
See how adequate is used in real songs:
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"Mobile medicine cabinet stocked adequate"
Aesop Rock — Facemelter * -
"I use the icepick kid to stab is always adequate"
Mr. Hyde f/ Ill Bill, Necro — Street Veteran Part 2 -
"If he's asked to perform a task for which he's really not adequate"
Phanatik — Me?