Meaning & Definition of Deficient in English
English⟶
Deficient
/dɪfɪʃənt/
adjective
1. Inadequate in amount or degree
- "A deficient education"
- "Deficient in common sense"
- "Lacking in stamina"
- "Tested and found wanting"
synonym:
- deficient,
- lacking(p),
- wanting(p)
2. Of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement
- "Insufficient funds"
synonym:
- insufficient,
- deficient
3. Falling short of some prescribed norm
- "Substandard housing"
synonym:
- deficient,
- inferior,
- substandard
Examples of using
The young engineer was deficient in experience.