DEFICIENCY
(noun)Definitions
There are 2 meanings of the word
Deficiency.
Deficiency - as a noun
The state of needing something that is absent or unavailable
Example: "There is a serious lack of insight into the problem"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lackwantHypernyms (Closely Related)
demandneedHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lack of an adequate quantity or number
Example: "The inadequacy of unemployment benefits"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inadequacyinsufficiencyHypernyms (Closely Related)
amountHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The doctor diagnosed her with a vitamin D deficiency."
"The athlete's performance was affected by his iron deficiency."
"The company experienced a budgetary deficiency due to overspending."
"The teacher addressed the students' deficiency in basic Math skills."
"Her deficiency in leadership qualities hindered her promotion."
Word Game Points
Is DEFICIENCY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deficiency is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DEFICIENCY has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is DEFICIENCY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deficiency is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDEFICIENCY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.
Is DEFICIENCY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deficiency is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDEFICIENCY has a WORDFEUD points total of 23.
