Definitions for deficient

Definitions for (adj) deficient

Main entry: wanting, lacking, deficient

Definition: inadequate in amount or degree

Usage: a deficient education; deficient in common sense; lacking in stamina; tested and found wanting


Main entry: substandard, deficient, inferior

Definition: falling short of some prescribed norm

Usage: substandard housing


Main entry: deficient, insufficient

Definition: of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement

Usage: insufficient funds


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