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deficiency

[dɪˈfɪʃənsi]

deficiency Definition

  • 1a lack or shortage of something that is needed for a particular purpose
  • 2a condition of being below what is necessary or required

Using deficiency: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "deficiency" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The deficiency of vitamins in his diet caused him to become ill.

  • Example

    The team's deficiency in defense was exposed by the opposing team's attack.

  • Example

    The company's financial deficiency led to its bankruptcy.

deficiency Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with deficiency

  • a condition in which the immune system is not able to function properly

    Example

    HIV is an example of a virus that causes immune deficiency.

  • a condition in which a person has difficulty focusing on tasks or paying attention

    Example

    ADHD is a common disorder characterized by attention deficiency.

  • a condition in which the body does not have enough calcium

    Example

    Calcium deficiency can lead to weak bones and teeth.

Origins of deficiency

from Latin 'deficientia', meaning 'failure, want'

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Summary: deficiency in Brief

Deficiency [dɪˈfɪʃənsi] refers to a lack or shortage of something that is needed for a particular purpose. It can be a condition of being below what is necessary or required. Examples include a deficiency of vitamins in one's diet, a team's deficiency in defense, and a company's financial deficiency. Other phrases include 'immune deficiency,' 'attention deficiency,' and 'calcium deficiency.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

diarrhea,

weight

loss,

skin

rash,

bone

problems

like

osteoporosis,

iron

deficiency,

small

stature,

infertility,

fatigue

and

depression.