Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

SHORTHANDED Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word shorthanded. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word shorthanded. (close relations)
Also try synonyms for..
handshortshorthand

Best Alternative Words for SHORTHANDED

Expand?WordSave?More Syns..UsageType
understaffed
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• inadequate in number of workers or assistants etc.

depleted
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• no longer sufficient

inadequate
adjectiveadj
adjective

• lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task

adjective satellite

• of insufficient quantity to meet a need

insufficient
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement

limited
adjectiveadj
adjective

• small in range or scope

noun

• public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops

adjective satellite

• subject to limits or subjected to limits

• including only a part

• mediocre

• not excessive

• having a specific function or scope

• not unlimited

short-staffed
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• inadequate in number of workers or assistants etc.

stenography
nounn
noun

• a method of writing rapidly using an abbreviated symbolic system

• the act or art of writing in shorthand

tachygraphy
nounn
noun

• a method of writing rapidly using an abbreviated symbolic system

undermanned
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• inadequate in number of workers or assistants etc.

Best Hypernyms For SHORTHANDED

Here is a list of related hypernyms for shorthanded, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (3)
hand handwriting script

Alternatives for UNDERSTAFFED

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen