inadequate
/ɪnˈædɪkwət/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3994 in the learning path
不足的；不够好的
Definitions
adj. not enough or not good enough for a particular purpose
不足的；不够好的
adj. feeling unable to handle a situation successfully
感到能力不足的
Example
This tiny heater is inadequate for such a large room.
这么大的房间用这个小暖气，供暖远远不够。
Inadequate public transport can prevent rural residents from accessing employment opportunities and essential healthcare services.
公共交通不足会妨碍农村居民获得就业机会和必要的医疗服务。
Collocations
- inadequate funding
- inadequate facilities
- inadequate for the task
- feel inadequate
Word family
- adequate (adj.)
- inadequately (adv.)
- inadequacy (n.)
Synonyms
- insufficient
- unsatisfactory
Antonyms
- adequate
- sufficient
Usage tip
常用inadequate for；指数量不足或质量不达标。
FAQ
- What does inadequate mean?
- not enough or not good enough for a particular purpose feeling unable to handle a situation successfully
- How is inadequate pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈædɪkwət/, US /ɪnˈædɪkwət/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
