as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards
told the bike rental man that a ten-speed with four broken gears was not acceptable
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Recent Examples of acceptable
But the vote comes amid a clear shift in who’s considered acceptable for presidential leadership.
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Ian Hodgson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
Public opinion is on the rise, too: In 2023, a survey by the Estonian Human Rights Centre found that 56 percent of respondents consider homosexuality somewhat or completely acceptable, up from 34 percent in 2014.
—Todd Plummer, AFAR Media, 3 June 2025
Rather, Evans says, this viral moment is an opportunity to discuss what is acceptable and what isn't in a relationship.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 29 May 2025
Growth without margin — also known as unprofitable growth — is no longer acceptable.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Ian Hodgson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 June 2025
Public opinion is on the rise, too: In 2023, a survey by the Estonian Human Rights Centre found that 56 percent of respondents consider homosexuality somewhat or completely acceptable, up from 34 percent in 2014.
—Todd Plummer, AFAR Media, 3 June 2025
Rather, Evans says, this viral moment is an opportunity to discuss what is acceptable and what isn't in a relationship.
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 29 May 2025
Growth without margin — also known as unprofitable growth — is no longer acceptable.
—Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for acceptable
Adjective
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The Testing Gap Enterprises are rushing to deployment without adequate testing.—
Victor Orlovski,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Because of the heat, sun exposure, and humidity (which increases sweating and ultimately strips the skin of moisture), getting an adequate amount of hydration in the summer is vital for healthy complexions.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Father’s Day tends to carry the rep of being a lower-key celebration, with a satisfactory time including food and beverages, maybe a clothing item, and peace and quiet.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
6 June 2025
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Multiple audits — including one presented to the supervisors last month — found the company has continuously fallen short of the 90-95% compliance rate needed for a satisfactory rating.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
6 June 2025
Adjective
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Sales were decent, too, with more than one million copies shifted per year at the height of what quickly became a phenomenon.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
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On its own, the ICE delivers a decent if not incredible 51.4mpg (42.8mpg with US gallon).—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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On Sunday evening, Broadway’s finest, including George Clooney, Mia Farrow, Lea Michele and Tonys host Cynthia Erivo, gathered outside of Radio City Music Hall under a covered red carpet, avoiding the dreary New York City weather.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
9 June 2025
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Under his watchful eye, the new site will spotlight the finest talents in the region.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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Then, Bennett, the Panthers best player these playoffs, took a tripping penalty behind the play coming out of the offensive zone.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2025
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As good as Trachtenberg is at keeping secrets, this particular one seems unlikely.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
13 June 2025
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“Acceptable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/acceptable. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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