enough
UK: ɪˈnʌf | US: ɪˈnʌf
adj. sufficient in quantity or degree
adv. to a satisfactory extent or degree
pron. a sufficient quantity or amount
The word "enough" originates from Old English "genōg," meaning "sufficient." The prefix "en-" (from "on") intensifies the root "ough" (from "genōg"), which itself derives from Proto-Germanic *ganōgaz. Over time, the spelling simplified while retaining the core meaning of adequacy or sufficiency. The word's structure reflects its Germanic roots, with the "ough" ending being a remnant of Old English phonetics.
We have enough food for everyone at the party.
She didn’t study enough for the exam.
"That’s enough!" he said, stopping the argument.
Are you warm enough, or should I close the window?
He didn’t earn enough to support his family.