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deficient

🇬🇧 UK/di'fiʃәnt/🇺🇸 US
TOEFLB2

Definitions

adj.

Lacking something essential; insufficient in amount or quality.

不足的,缺乏的,有缺陷的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
dedown, away, reversal
+
ficmake, do
+
ientsuffix
=deficient

Common Collocations

  • 1.deficient in缺乏
  • 2.nutritionally deficient营养不足
  • 3.deficient skills技能不足

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    A deficient diet lacking essential nutrients can cause serious health problems.

  • 2.

    Students who are deficient in basic math skills may need additional tutoring.

  • 3.

    The building was condemned as deficient in safety features and fire exits.

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