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-derivedCommon 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.