Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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adequate | No | Yes | No | No |
competent | No | Yes | No | No |
adequate (adjective) | competent (adjective) |
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having the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task | properly or sufficiently qualified or capable or efficient |
about average; acceptable | legally qualified or sufficient |
sufficient for the purpose | adequate, but not outstanding or exceptional |