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enough

i-NUF/ɪˈnʌf/

7 meanings of enough

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  1. 1
    sufficientlyadverb
    To the amount or level that is needed.

    The water is warm enough to swim in now.

    He didn't train enough to finish the race.

    UsagePut it after the describing word: big enough (not incorrect: enough big). Then to + verb: old enough to drive.

    Similarsufficiently, adequately

    Oppositeinsufficiently, inadequately

  2. 2
    sufficientlypronoun
    As much or as many as you need, and not too little.

    We cooked plenty of rice, so there's enough for everyone.

    After saving for months, she finally had enough to buy the bike.

    UsageI've had enough of it means you want it to stop. Enough to go around means enough for everyone.

  3. 3
    determiner
    As much or as many as you need.

    Like a cup filled up to the line, so you do not need to add more.

    We have enough chairs for everyone at the party.

    Did you get enough sleep last night?

    Similarsufficient, adequate

    Oppositeinsufficient

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  4. 4
    fairlyadverb
    Fairly or quite, used after a describing word to add a little emphasis.

    She seemed happy enough with the small apartment.

    The movie was funny enough, but it was too long.

    UsageNice enough means OK, but not great.

    Similarfairly, quite, reasonably

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  5. 5
    surprise emphasisadverb
    Used after words like 'oddly' or 'strangely' to show that something is surprising.

    Oddly enough, the quietest student gave the best speech.

    Strangely enough, no one noticed the missing painting for weeks.

    UsageUsed at the start of a sentence: funnily enough, oddly enough.

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  1. 6
    stop itinterjection
    Said to tell someone to stop doing something right now.

    Enough! I don't want to hear another word about it.

    Enough. Put your phone away and go to sleep.

    UsageSay enough of the thing to stop it, or that's enough!

  2. 7
    nounrareplural
    A time when there is as much of something as is needed.
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Origin

From Old English ġenōg, meaning "enough." It goes back to an old Germanic word, and probably much further to an ancient root meaning "to reach."

Checked 31 Oct 2026 · 3 facts