1
as in shortage
a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number
dealt with the school's insufficiency of art supplies by buying materials out of her own pocket
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2
as in inability
the lack of sufficient ability, power, or means
her alleged insufficiency for the job
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Recent Examples of insufficiency
President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, the White House announced on Thursday.
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Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 17 July 2025
Differences explained Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency are related but distinct conditions.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
Disability associated with chronic venous insufficiency contributes to a diminished quality of life and loss of work productivity, the NIH reported.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 17 July 2025
When that happens, blood settles in the legs, leading to a condition called chronic venous insufficiency.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 17 July 2025
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Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 17 July 2025
Differences explained Varicose veins and chronic venous insufficiency are related but distinct conditions.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
Disability associated with chronic venous insufficiency contributes to a diminished quality of life and loss of work productivity, the NIH reported.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 17 July 2025
When that happens, blood settles in the legs, leading to a condition called chronic venous insufficiency.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insufficiency
Noun
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The initiative will create long-term parking or expand existing lots, aiming to combat the shortage of safe and accessible truck parking, according to a news release.—
Annie Goldman,
The Enquirer,
31 July 2025
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It was further reported that The King’s Foundation brought in a specialist human resources consultancy, which upheld claims about staff shortages, inadequate management practices and low pay.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
31 July 2025
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His inability to defend and his swing and miss rate are just so hard to overcome.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Parkinson’s patients typically notice a physical slowing and inability to move their body.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Both actors, who have been previously married to other celebrities, have indicated a lack of interest in dating.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
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Whether due to inadequate service, lack of knowledge and experience, or scheduling conflicts, transitioning to a planner who aligns better with your needs can provide the personalized and sophisticated support necessary for achieving your financial goals.—
Cicely Jones,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Symptoms of severe protein deficiency can show up in the skin as well.—
Victoria Moorhouse,
Allure,
30 July 2025
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For me, my deficiencies showed up in my body as fatigue.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
26 July 2025
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“Insufficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insufficiency. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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