Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deficience
Noun
/ˌdɛfɪˈsɪəns/
Definition
A lack or insufficiency of something, usually in reference to a necessary quality or element.
Examples
- The deficience of vitamins in her diet led to various health issues.
- His academic deficience prevented him from passing the exam.
- The report indicates a deficience in the current training program.
Meaning
Deficience refers to the state of being deficient or lacking in some essential aspect or quality.
Synonyms
- Insufficiency
- Shortage
- Lack
- Deficiency
- Inadequacy