fairish

adjective

ˈfer-ish How to pronounce fairish (audio)
Definition of fairishnext
as in adequate
of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards did a fairish job of refinishing the old chest, especially since it was her first foray into furniture restoration

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fairish
  1. adequate
  2. decent
  3. fine
  4. satisfactory
  5. good
  6. acceptable
Adjective
  • Interim Police Chief Robin Henderson said with recent staff increases at the 911 call center, there should be adequate staffing during the arctic blast unless weather conditions make travel challenging.
    Skye Seipp, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Children are living in tents without adequate access to safe water, sanitation or adequate protection from the elements.
    Sarah Ferguson, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of adequate
Adjective
  • If Williams gets decent protection and can hang in the pocket, receivers D.J. Moore, Rome Odunze, Keenan Allen and tight end Cole Kmet are capable of making plays.
    Steve Silverman, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • To be clear, longer-term measures of breadth are still in decent shape.
    David Keller, CNBC, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of decent
Adjective
  • Probably best known as the longtime Dior executive who developed its fine jewelry and watch division, Nicolas has also worked at Cartier and Sotheby’s before becoming general manager of Printemps’ flagship Haussmann store in 2021.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Sensitivity and sociality The same fine motor skills that aid in picking tasty bug snacks off of leaves also apply to picking bugs and other parasites off of others.
    Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of fine
Adjective
  • This universal approach to patient care allows for a stress-free journey to satisfactory hair transplantation for all international visitors.
    Kyle J. Russell, Journal Sentinel, 21 Nov. 2024
  • The company maintains a satisfactory level of liquidity and capital resources, with management believing that its liquidity sources are sufficient to support existing operations.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of satisfactory
Adjective
  • Armani Beauty Eye Tint Longwear Liquid Eyeshadow, $38 In This Article: What kind of eyeshadow is best for mature skin?
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Boats are decorated in their festive best for a parade down the Savannah River.
    Heather Bien, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of good
Adjective
  • Those decisions center on what sacrifices are acceptable, and do-able, in the push against remote work.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Stanley recalled telling Richardson profiling was not acceptable and if it was confirmed, it would not be tolerated.
    Tesfaye Negussie, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2024
Definition of acceptable
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