Inadequately: meaning, definitions and examples
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inadequately
[ ɪˈnædɪkwətli ]
used to describe a manner or action
In a way that is not enough, not appropriate, or not acceptable for a particular purpose. In a manner lacking the quality or quantity required; insufficiently.
Synonyms
improperly, insufficiently, unsatisfactorily
Examples of usage
- He was inadequately prepared for the exam.
- The equipment was inadequately maintained.
- She was inadequately compensated for her work.
used to describe a situation or condition
In a way that is not suitable or not in a satisfactory condition. In a manner that is below the standard or requirement.
Synonyms
insufficiently, substandardly, unsuitably
Examples of usage
- The building was inadequately equipped for the harsh weather conditions.
- The staff was inadequately trained to handle the emergency situation.
Translations
Translations of the word "inadequately" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inadequadamente
🇮🇳 अपर्याप्त रूप से
🇩🇪 unzureichend
🇮🇩 tidak memadai
🇺🇦 недостатньо
🇵🇱 niewystarczająco
🇯🇵 不適切に
- 不十分に (ふてきせつに
- ふじゅうぶんに)
🇫🇷 inadéquatement
🇪🇸 inadecuadamente
🇹🇷 yetersizce
🇰🇷 불충분하게
- 부적절하게 (불충분하게
- 부적절하게)
🇸🇦 بشكل غير كافٍ
🇨🇿 nedostatečně
🇸🇰 nedostatočne
🇨🇳 不充分地
- 不适当地 (bú chōngfèn de
- bù shìdàng de)
🇸🇮 neustrezno
🇮🇸 ófullnægjandi
🇰🇿 жеткіліксіз
🇬🇪 არასაკმარისად
🇦🇿 kifayət qədər deyil
🇲🇽 inadecuadamente
Word origin
The word 'inadequately' is derived from the word 'inadequate', which originated in the early 17th century. It combines the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' with the word 'adequate', which comes from the Latin 'adaequatus' meaning 'equalized'. Over time, 'inadequately' has become a commonly used adverb in the English language to describe situations or actions that are not sufficient, appropriate, or acceptable.
See also: adequacy, adequately, inadequate.