Meaning & Definition of word "Insufficiency"

Insufficiency

/ˌɪnsəˈfɪʃənsɪ/

1. the state of being inadequate or lacking in quantity, quality, or degree.
- Example: The insufficiency of funds forced the organization to cancel the event.
2. a deficiency or inadequacy in something required or needed.
- Example: The doctor noted a significant insufficiency of vitamin D in the patient's blood tests.
3. the inability to meet a specified requirement.
- Example: The insufficiency of evidence led to the dismissal of the case.
4. a condition resulting from not having enough of something.
- Example: Insufficiency in the power supply caused the machinery to malfunction.
5. a lack of sufficient or adequate resources.
- Example: The insufficiency of staffing has resulted in longer wait times for patients.

From Latin 'insufficiens', meaning 'not sufficient'.

supply insufficiency:

A situation where the supply of goods or services is less than the demand.

insufficiency of funds:

A lack of money necessary for a particular purpose.

nutritional insufficiency:

A state where a person's diet does not provide adequate nutrients.

deficiency:

A lack or shortage of something necessary.

inadequacy:

The state of being inadequate or insufficient for a particular task.

shortfall:

An amount that is less than what is needed.

Meaning: Not enough

Example Sentence: That paycheck was totally insufficient for my expenses, man.

Meaning: Short

Example Sentence: I felt a bit short on cash for that concert.