Deficiency Definition & Meaning
deficiency
- noun
- the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable; "there is a serious lack of insight into the problem"; "water is the critical deficiency in desert regions"; "for want of a nail the shoe was lost"
- lack of an adequate quantity or number; "the inadequacy of unemployment benefits"
"Deficiency" in song lyrics
See how deficiency is used in real songs:
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"Cause you can't be down, you had gravity deficiency"
— Battle for Asgard -
"Cause your system has acquired an imune deficiency"
Jeru The Damaja — Too Perverted -
"Its hard to dream with a sleep deficiency"
The Projekt — Day & Night
Words that rhyme with deficiency
Usage tips for "deficiency"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "deficiency" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for deficiency to find words that pair well.
Use "deficiency" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does deficiency mean?
- the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable; "there is a serious lack of insight into the problem"; "water is the critical deficiency in desert regions"; "for want of a nail the shoe was lost" lack of an adequate quantity or number; "the inadequacy of unemployment benefits"
- What part of speech is deficiency?
- Deficiency is a noun.
- How many definitions does deficiency have?
- Deficiency has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).