Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
deficiently
Adverb
/dɪˈfɪʃ.ənt.li/
Definition
In a manner that is lacking in some necessary quality or element.
Examples
- The project was completed deficiently, leading to multiple issues.
- She performed the task deficiently, missing several important details.
- The report was deficiently researched, resulting in inaccurate conclusions.
Meaning
Deficiently refers to doing something in a way that is insufficient or not fully adequate.
Synonyms
- Insufficiently
- Inadequately
- Poorly
