INSUFFICIENCY
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Insufficiency.
Insufficiency - as a noun
A lack of competence
Example: "Pointed out the insufficiencies in my report"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
inadequacy(pathology) inability of a bodily part or organ to function normally
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
inabilityunfitnessHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Lack of an adequate quantity or number
Example: "The inadequacy of unemployment benefits"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deficiencyinadequacyHypernyms (Closely Related)
amountHyponyms (Broadly Related)
exiguityleannessmeagernessmeagreness
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poornessscantinessscantnessdeficitshortageshortfallscarcenessscarcityslendernessdrop in the bucketdrop in the ocean
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Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
sufficiencyExample Sentences
"The insufficiency of funds led to the project being canceled."
"His insufficiency in skills prevented him from getting the job."
"The doctor prescribed a supplement to treat the vitamin insufficiency."
"The insufficiency of evidence resulted in the suspect being released."
"She struggled with feelings of insufficiency in her abilities."
Word Game Points
Is INSUFFICIENCY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insufficiency is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INSUFFICIENCY has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.
Is INSUFFICIENCY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insufficiency is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINSUFFICIENCY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 30.
Is INSUFFICIENCY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insufficiency is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINSUFFICIENCY has a WORDFEUD points total of 29.
