1. A reply or answer that is suitable, fitting, or proper for a given situation
The teacher praised the student for providing an adequate response to the complex question.
A professora elogiou o aluno por fornecer uma resposta adequada à pergunta complexa.
2. A reaction or action that correctly addresses a problem or requirement
The emergency team's adequate response saved many lives.
A resposta adequada da equipe de emergência salvou muitas vidas.
3. An answer that meets the necessary standards or expectations
We need an adequate response from the company regarding the customer complaints.
Precisamos de uma resposta adequada da empresa sobre as reclamações dos clientes.