/ɪnædˈkwɒt/ i-næd-KWOT

Definitions

1. adjective

not good enough or sufficient for the needs or standards

“The inadequate lighting in the room made it difficult to read.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is not good enough or sufficient for the needs or standards

“The team’s inadequate performance in the game led to their loss.”

3. verb

to make or become inadequate

“The company’s policies inadequately address the needs of its employees.”