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Adequacy

usgb/ˈædɪkwəsi/Volume
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Not Luxurious

Adequacy suggests something meets basic needs without luxury or excess.

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The budget hotel's services offered adequacy, nothing more.
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Neutral Tone

Using 'adequacy' can imply a neutral or slightly positive judgment.

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The adequacy of his work performance got him a modest raise.
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Bare Minimum

'Adequacy' often means just enough to satisfy a requirement, not more.

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The emergency supplies reached an adequacy level to support the victims.
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