Sufficant vs. Sufficient: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 9, 2023
"Sufficant" is an incorrect spelling. The correct term is "Sufficient," which means adequate for a certain purpose or requirement.
Which is correct: Sufficant or Sufficient
How to spell Sufficient?
Sufficant is Incorrect
Sufficient is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember "suffice" as the base, and you just add "–ient" to form "sufficient."
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Think of the term "efficient" to help recall the "–icient" ending.
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Visualize the word "sufficient" as being full or enough to differentiate from "sufficant."
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Connect "sufficient" to "sufficiency" to remember its correct spelling.
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Relate "sufficient" to having enough of something, reminding you of its meaning and spelling.
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Sufficant and Sufficient Definitions
Sufficient
"Sufficient" means being enough in quantity, quality, or degree.
The funds were sufficient to complete the project.
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Sufficient
It denotes an amount or degree that satisfies the needs or requirements.
He had sufficient evidence to prove the claim.
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Sufficient
It refers to a level that is tolerable or acceptable.
The explanation was sufficient to address the concerns.
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Sufficient
"Sufficient" can also mean being competent or qualified.
She's sufficient in her role as a manager.
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Sufficient
"Sufficient" implies having the necessary capabilities.
The system is sufficient to handle the load.
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Sufficient
An adequate quantity of; enough.
We have sufficient supplies to last the winter.
There is not sufficient access to the Internet in many small rural villages.
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Sufficient
(as pronoun) A quantity (of something) that is as large as is needed.
We don't need any more; we already have sufficient.
Sufficient of us are against this idea that we should stop now.
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Sufficient
Of a type or kind that suffices, that satisfies requirements or needs.
This is a necessary condition but not a sufficient one.
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Sufficient
Possessing adequate talents or accomplishments; of competent power or ability; qualified; fit.
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Sufficient
(obsolete) Having enough money to meet obligations and live comfortably.
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Sufficient
Equal to the end proposed; adequate to wants; enough; ample; competent; as, provision sufficient for the family; an army sufficient to defend the country.
My grace is sufficient for thee.
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Sufficient
Possessing adequate talents or accomplishments; of competent power or ability; qualified; fit.
Who is sufficient for these things?
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Sufficient
Capable of meeting obligations; responsible.
The man is, notwithstanding, sufficient . . . I think I may take his bond.
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Sufficient
Self-sufficient; self-satisfied; content.
Thou art the most sufficient (I'll say for thee),Not to believe a thing.
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Sufficient
Of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant;
Sufficient food
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FAQs
Why is it called Sufficient?
"Sufficient" comes from the Latin word "sufficere," which means "to meet the needs of."
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What is the pronunciation of Sufficient?
"Sufficient" is pronounced as /səˈfɪʃənt/.
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Which vowel is used before Sufficient?
The vowel "a" can be used before "sufficient" as in "a sufficient amount."
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Is Sufficient an adverb?
No, "sufficient" is not an adverb. The related adverb is "sufficiently."
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Which preposition is used with Sufficient?
"for" is commonly used with "sufficient," as in "sufficient for the task."
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Which article is used with Sufficient?
Both "a" and "the" can be used, depending on the context.
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Is Sufficient an abstract noun?
"Sufficient" is an adjective. Its related noun "sufficiency" can be considered abstract.
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Which conjunction is used with Sufficient?
Common conjunctions like "and" or "but" can be used, depending on the context.
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Is Sufficient a countable noun?
"Sufficient" is an adjective and not a noun.
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Is the Sufficient term a metaphor?
By itself, "sufficient" is not a metaphor but can be used in metaphorical expressions.
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What is the plural form of Sufficient?
Adjectives like "sufficient" don't have plural forms.
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What is another term for Sufficient?
Another term for "sufficient" could be "adequate."
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What is the singular form of Sufficient?
"Sufficient" is an adjective and doesn't have a singular or plural form in the way nouns do.
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Is Sufficient a vowel or consonant?
"Sufficient" is a word consisting of both vowels and consonants.
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What is the opposite of Sufficient?
The opposite of "sufficient" is "insufficient."
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Which determiner is used with Sufficient?
Determiners like "this" or "that" can be used with "sufficient."
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What is the first form of Sufficient?
"Sufficient" is an adjective, so it doesn't have verb forms. The related verb "suffice" is in its base form.
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What is the third form of Sufficient?
For the verb "suffice", the past participle is also "sufficed".
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Is Sufficient a negative or positive word?
"Sufficient" is neutral, but it often carries a positive connotation when requirements are met.
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What is a stressed syllable in Sufficient?
The second syllable "fi" is stressed in "sufficient".
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What is the second form of Sufficient?
For the verb "suffice", the past tense is "sufficed".
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How is Sufficient used in a sentence?
"The resources were sufficient to complete the task on time."
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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