Pronunciation: /ɪnsəˈfɪʃənsi/
noun a lack of an adequate amount or quantity
A1 The insufficiency of food made the villagers hungry.
A2 She failed the exam due to her insufficiency in studying.
B1 The insufficiency of funds led to the project being postponed.
B2 The insufficiency of evidence resulted in the case being dismissed.
C1 The insufficiency of resources hindered the company's expansion plans.
C2 The insufficiency of information was a major obstacle in solving the complex problem.
adjective insufficient, not enough
A1 The insufficiency of food made the villagers hungry.
A2 She failed the exam due to her insufficiency in studying.
B1 The insufficiency of evidence led to the case being dismissed.
B2 The insufficiency of funds prevented the project from moving forward.
C1 The insufficiency of resources in the region is a major concern for the government.
C2 The insufficiency of data in the study raised questions about its validity.
formal The insufficiency of funds resulted in the project being delayed.
informal There wasn't enough money, so the project got pushed back.
slang We're short on cash, so the project is on hold.
figurative The insufficiency of creativity in his work was evident in the lackluster results.
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has been insufficient
is being insufficient
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