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How do you spell Inadequate?

Correct spelling

inadequate

Remember: IN + ADEQUATE. Keep the E in adequate when adding the prefix.

Why is inadequate spelled this way?

From IN (not) + ADEQUATE. Something inadequate is not equal to the task — falling short of what the situation demands.

Common misspellings of inadequate

inadaquateinadequitinadecuateinadiquate

Example

The fire escape was inadequate for a building of that size.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell inadequate?+
The correct spelling is "inadequate". Remember: IN + ADEQUATE. Keep the E in adequate when adding the prefix.
Is it inadaquate or inadequate?+
The correct spelling is "inadequate", not "inadaquate".

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