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Adequacy

usgb/ˈædɪkwəsi/Volume
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Adequacy suggests something meets basic needs without luxury or excess. SlideThe budget hotel's services offered adequacy, nothing more.
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Neutral TonePlay
Using 'adequacy' can imply a neutral or slightly positive judgment. SlideThe adequacy of his work performance got him a modest raise.
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Bare MinimumPlay
'Adequacy' often means just enough to satisfy a requirement, not more. SlideThe emergency supplies reached an adequacy level to support the victims.