1. Noun
The quality or state of being sufficient, or adequate to the end proposed; adequacy.
2. Noun
Qualification for any purpose; ability; capacity.
3. Noun
Adequate substance or means; competence.
4. Noun
Supply equal to wants; ample stock or fund.
5. Noun
Conceit; self-confidence; self-sufficiency.
6. Noun
the quality of being sufficient for the end in view; "he questioned the sufficiency of human intelligence"
Vocabulary classified under Academic vocabulary
7. Noun
sufficient resources to provide comfort and meet obligations; "her father questioned the young suitor's sufficiency"
Vocabulary classified under Environmental science
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