Definition of deficient

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  • deficient is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • deficient is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of deficient

  • of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. insufficient
  • inadequate in amount or degree (adjective)

    Examples

    1. a deficient education
    2. deficient in common sense

    Synonyms

    1. lacking
    2. wanting
  • falling short of some prescribed norm (adjective)

    Synonyms

    1. inferior
    2. substandard

See definition of deficient in Merriam Webster