sufficiently

adverb

Definition of sufficientlynext
1
as in enough
in or to a degree or quantity that meets one's requirements or satisfaction after eight tutoring sessions, I felt sufficiently prepared for the entrance exam

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2
as in good
in a satisfactory way it's not great literature, but this whodunit is sufficiently suspenseful

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sufficiently
  1. enough
  2. good
  3. adequately
  4. fine
  5. well
Adverb
  • Though that might seem simple enough, the truth is, there’s still some tricky things to navigate.
    Erica Sloan, SELF, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Editor's tip: Despite its cocktail of chemical exfoliants, this cleanser is gentle enough for twice-daily use—perfect for oily skin that craves a fresh start both morning and night.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of enough
Adverb
  • Ours is set in a modern world while subverting the audiences expectations given the character has personified good since its inception.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 10 May 2024
  • Ethics and dangers are obvious concerns, but it shouldn’t be overlooked that AI has the potential to do profound good beyond pithy conversation with some chatbot.
    Steven Aquino, Forbes, 13 Nov. 2023
Definition of good
Adverb
  • The organization believes that the five surrounding chapters, despite benefiting from the Navajo Nation's coal mining royalties, have not adequately represented or addressed the needs of Black Mesa residents.
    Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
  • This is why taking care to rest adequately is a vital part of training.
    Daniel Brayson, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of adequately
Adverb
  • Hero Baymax Big Hero 6 fans can look forward to suiting up as Baymax, who somehow fits in with this season's theme just fine.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 2 Dec. 2024
  • String theorists concede that daily life proceeds just fine in a three-dimensional world.
    Tom Siegfried, Discover Magazine, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of fine
Adverb
  • Allen had a better OPS than all but Henry Aaron, who was one point better: .941 for Aaron, .940 for Allen.
    Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Stir together shrimp and Old Bay in a large bowl until shrimp is well coated.
    Giovanna Vazquez, Southern Living, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of well
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sufficient

sufficiently

sufficing

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