The difference between Acceptable and Fit for purpose

When used as adjectives, acceptable means worthy, decent, sure of being accepted or received with at least moderate pleasure, whereas fit for purpose means appropriate, and of a necessary standard, for its intended use.


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  1. Acceptable as an adjective:

    worthy, decent, sure of being accepted or received with at least moderate pleasure

    Examples:

    "We need to find an acceptable present for Jeff."

  2. Acceptable as an adjective:

    Barely worthy, less than excellent; passable.

    Examples:

    "The designs were acceptable, but they were nothing special either."

  1. Fit for purpose as an adjective (British):

    appropriate, and of a necessary standard, for its intended use

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