UNDERSUPPLIES Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

undersupplies

noun

plural of undersupply

as in shortages

a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number an undersupply of affordable office space

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Noun

However, any additional precipitation will not offset the long-term factors driving water shortages like prolonged drought conditions and historically low seasonal snowpack, according to experts.

— Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 13 July 2026
That’s not only because of the possibilities to work with customers on development or respond quickly to quality issues, but also in light of the pandemic-era chip shortages that roiled the auto industry.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026

Definition of shortages

Noun

The Anaheim Ducks, at least, had a lot of pace and tempo to help make up for what Carlson’s skating lacks at this point in his career.

— Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 2 July 2026
Nothing beats a big package or a pipe to compensate for decorations, makeup, and other lacks.

— Joyce Mansour, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026

Definition of lacks

Noun

People take iron orally or intravenously to address nutritional deficiencies, as Johnson did, and get monitored for stomach cancers.

— Sarah Todd, STAT, 8 July 2026
Sleep difficulties can sometimes be linked to underlying medical conditions, nutrient deficiencies, medications, or hormonal changes that require proper evaluation and treatment by a qualified healthcare professional.

— Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 July 2026

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