B2 verb ニュートラル

adequacy

/ˈæd.ə.kwə.si/

The state or quality of being sufficient or good enough to meet a particular requirement or purpose. It refers to whether something is satisfactory in terms of quantity, quality, or ability.

例文

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1

I doubt the adequacy of my old jacket for this freezing weather.

I am not sure if my old coat is good enough for this very cold weather.

2

The committee questioned the adequacy of the current legal framework.

The group of people asked if the current laws are sufficient for the situation.

3

The adequacy of the snacks at the party was a bit disappointing.

The amount and quality of the food at the party wasn't really enough.

語族

名詞
adequacy
副詞
adequately
形容詞
adequate
関連
inadequacy
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覚え方のコツ

Think of the root 'equal'. If the amount you have is 'equal' to the amount you need, you have 'adequacy'.

クイックテスト

The manager expressed concerns regarding the ________ of the budget for the new project.

正解!

正解は: adequacy

例文

1

I doubt the adequacy of my old jacket for this freezing weather.

everyday

I am not sure if my old coat is good enough for this very cold weather.

2

The committee questioned the adequacy of the current legal framework.

formal

The group of people asked if the current laws are sufficient for the situation.

3

The adequacy of the snacks at the party was a bit disappointing.

informal

The amount and quality of the food at the party wasn't really enough.

4

Researchers must ensure the adequacy of the sample size to reach valid conclusions.

academic

Scientists need to make sure they have enough participants to get correct results.

5

We need to assess the adequacy of our insurance coverage before the merger.

business

We must check if our insurance is sufficient before joining the two companies.

語族

名詞
adequacy
副詞
adequately
形容詞
adequate
関連
inadequacy

よく使う組み合わせ

ensure adequacy to make sure something is sufficient
assess adequacy to evaluate if something is good enough
question the adequacy to doubt if something meets the requirements
financial adequacy having enough money to meet obligations
adequacy of resources having enough tools or materials

よく使うフレーズ

capital adequacy

the statutory minimum reserve of capital a bank or investment firm must hold

adequacy of protection

the level at which safety measures are considered sufficient

data adequacy

the state of having enough information for a specific analysis

よく混同される語

adequacy vs efficiency

Efficiency is about doing something without wasting time or energy, while adequacy is simply about being good enough.

adequacy vs sufficiency

Sufficiency usually refers to quantity (having enough), while adequacy can refer to both quantity and quality (being suitable).

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使い方のコツ

Adequacy is most commonly used in professional, technical, or academic contexts to discuss whether standards or needs are being met. It is an uncountable noun.

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よくある間違い

Learners often try to use 'adequacy' as an adjective; remember that the adjective form is 'adequate'. Also, avoid using it to mean 'perfection'; it only means 'good enough'.

💡

覚え方のコツ

Think of the root 'equal'. If the amount you have is 'equal' to the amount you need, you have 'adequacy'.

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語源

Derived from the Latin 'adaequare', meaning 'to make equal to'.

文法パターン

Uncountable noun Often followed by the preposition 'of' Commonly functions as the subject or object in formal sentences

クイックテスト

The manager expressed concerns regarding the ________ of the budget for the new project.

正解!

正解は: adequacy

関連単語

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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