Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
understaffed
adjective
/ˌʌndərˈstæft/
Definition
Having insufficient staff to perform tasks or functions effectively.
Examples
- The hospital was understaffed, leading to longer wait times for patients.
- Many restaurants are often understaffed during busy weekends.
- Being understaffed can impact the quality of service provided to customers.
Meaning
When a business or organization is understaffed, it means they do not have enough employees to manage their workload, which can lead to increased stress for workers and decreased productivity.
Synonyms
- short-staffed
- insufficiently staffed
- inadequately staffed
