deficient

UK
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/
US
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/

Translations

deficientadjective
more deficient
Comp.
most deficient
Super.
UK
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/
US
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/
The diet was deficient in essential nutrients.
Диета была дефицитной по основным питательным веществам.
The report was deficient in details.
Отчет был недостаточным в деталях.

Definitions

deficientadjective
Lacking in some necessary quality or element.
The soil in this region is deficient in nutrients, making it difficult for plants to grow.
Failing to meet an acceptable standard; inadequate.
His argument was deficient and failed to convince the committee.