The Opposite(Antonym) of “sufficiently”
The antonyms of sufficiently are insufficiently, inadequately, and unsatisfactorily. These antonyms describe a lack of enough or satisfactory quantity, quality, or degree.
Explore all Antonyms of “sufficiently”
Definitions and Examples of insufficiently, inadequately, unsatisfactorily
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not enough in quantity, quality, or degree.
Example
She studied insufficiently for the exam and failed to pass.
Not sufficient or suitable for a particular purpose; not meeting requirements or expectations.
Example
The company's safety measures were inadequately implemented, leading to accidents.
In a way that fails to meet expectations, requirements, or standards.
Example
The project was completed unsatisfactorily due to poor planning and execution.
Key Differences: insufficiently vs inadequately vs unsatisfactorily
- 1Insufficiently describes a lack of enough quantity, quality, or degree.
- 2Inadequately describes a lack of suitability or meeting requirements.
- 3Unsatisfactorily describes a failure to meet expectations, requirements, or standards.
Effective Usage of insufficiently, inadequately, unsatisfactorily
- 1Academic Writing: Use these antonyms to describe research findings, data analysis, and conclusions.
- 2Performance Evaluation: Incorporate these antonyms in performance reviews to provide constructive feedback.
- 3Negotiation: Utilize these antonyms to express dissatisfaction with terms, conditions, or proposals.
Remember this!
The antonyms of sufficiently describe a lack of enough or satisfactory quantity, quality, or degree. Use insufficiently to describe a lack of enough quantity, quality, or degree, inadequately to describe a lack of suitability or meeting requirements, and unsatisfactorily to describe a failure to meet expectations, requirements, or standards. These antonyms can be used in academic writing, performance evaluation, and negotiation.
