Deficit Definition & Meaning
deficit
- noun
- the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required; "new blood vessels bud out from the already dilated vascular bed to make up the nutritional deficit"
- a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning; "the people concerned have a deficit in verbal memory"; "they have serious linguistic deficits"
- (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing
- an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period); "last year there was a serious budgetary deficit"
"Deficit" in song lyrics
See how deficit is used in real songs:
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"But you know I ain't dealin with no deficit"
Akrobatik — Woman Pt. II -
"Intent to step on stage, with your lyrical deficit"
Atoms Family — Small Violins -
"Diamond Shell, large as the national deficit"
Diamond Shell f/ Kid Capri — Make 'Em Say Huh *
Words that rhyme with deficit
Usage tips for "deficit"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "deficit" 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 deficit to find words that pair well.