Synonyms: unequal, inadequate
Definition: lacking the requisite qualities or resources to meet a task
Usage: inadequate training; the staff was inadequate; she was unequal to the task
Similar words: wanting, lacking, deficient
Definition: inadequate in amount or degree
Usage: a deficient education; deficient in common sense; lacking in stamina; tested and found wanting
Similar words: incapable, incompetent, unequal to
Definition: not meeting requirements
Usage: unequal to the demands put upon him
Similar words: undermanned, understaffed, short-handed, short-staffed
Definition: inadequate in number of workers or assistants etc.
Usage: they're rather short-handed at the moment; overcrowded and understaffed hospitals
Synonyms: inadequate, poor, short
Definition: not sufficient to meet a need
Usage: an inadequate income; a poor salary; money is short; on short rations; food is in short supply; short on experience
Similar words: deficient, insufficient
Definition: of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement
Usage: insufficient funds