adequateness

Definitions of adequateness
  1. noun
    the quality of being able to meet a need satisfactorily: "he questioned the adequacy of the usual sentimental interpretation of the Golden Rule"
    synonyms: adequacy
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    satisfactoriness
    the quality of giving satisfaction sufficient to meet a demand or requirement
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