Skip to content

Lack Definition & Meaning

lack
noun
  1. 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"
verb
  1. be without; "This soup lacks salt"; "There is something missing in my jewelry box!"

"Lack" in song lyrics

See how lack is used in real songs:

  • "I put two in your head to let you know, it wouldn't lack"
    Above The Law f/ MC Ren — Process of Elimination (Untouchakickamurdaqtion)
  • "My minds compensation for the size that my arms lack"
    Apathy f/ Rise — Brothers on the Slide Freestyle
  • "Forever fat, never slack, never lack"
    Baddazis — Country Blood

Usage tips for "lack"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lack" 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 lack to find words that pair well.

Use "lack" in a verse

Now that you know what "lack" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

Generate a verse

Frequently asked questions

What does lack 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" be without; "This soup lacks salt"; "There is something missing in my jewelry box!"
What part of speech is lack?
Lack is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does lack have?
Lack has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

Look up another word