fairish

adjective

ˈfer-ish How to pronounce fairish (audio)
Definition of fairishnext
as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards did a fairish job of refinishing the old chest, especially since it was her first foray into furniture restoration

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  1. adequate
  2. decent
  3. fine
  4. satisfactory
  5. good
  6. acceptable
Adjective
  • Ouster's liquidity remains adequate with cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaling $153.8 million as of September 30, 2024.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
  • This could present a problem for coverage and access given that in its review of the evidence, an Institute for Clinical and Economic Review panel voted 10-2 that the current evidence is adequate to show a net health benefit when compared to Abilify. MORE FOR YOU Trump Vs.
    Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of adequate
Adjective
  • While its mono sound is decent, the lack of physical playback controls and auxiliary input might be limiting for some users.
    Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Jazz voters recently flexing their muscles in the generals, with awards for Jon Batiste and Samara Joy, means André could have a decent chance at a second AOTY trophy.
    Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of decent
Adjective
  • While his mom and dad knew something was wrong, doctors said Elijah was fine — then he was diagnosed with a brain tumor.
    Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024
  • But, in the final moments of season 5, episode 6, it is revealed that while Nancy's lump was fine, the same could not be said for Tommy, who got tested in solidarity.
    Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of fine
Adjective
  • Please note that many of these AI tools offer free plans (which are limited but may be perfectly satisfactory depending on your current needs).
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • The expert committee offered some explanations such as a systematic difference between those who did and did not participate in the polls, but ultimately felt none of them was completely satisfactory.
    Karlyn Bowman, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of satisfactory
Adjective
  • Small Pockets of Cover Similarly, other small pockets of cover can be good, too.
    Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Washington has been very close — but not good enough — against the best competition on its schedule.
    Rohan Nadkarni, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of good
Adjective
  • Take proof of residency — a driver's license, utility bill, bank statement or paycheck are acceptable — to your local clerk's office by 8pm.
    Joe Guillen, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Federal law prohibits states from enacting permanent daylight saving time, but Arizona (except for the Navajo Nation) and Hawaii have instead made standard time permanent, which is perfectly acceptable under federal law.
    Jeanine Santucci, USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
Definition of acceptable
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“Fairish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fairish. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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