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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.'

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