Acceptably

/əkˈseptəbli/ adverb

Definition

In a way that is satisfactory or meets a required standard; adequately enough.

Etymology

From 'acceptable' plus '-ly' forming adverbs. The root 'accept' came into Middle English through Old French from Latin 'accipere'.

Kelly Says

This word appears constantly in performance reviews and evaluations—'acceptably' is the diplomatic word used when something works but isn't excellent.

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