inadequacy

/in'ædikwəsi/
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inadequacy

A student feels a sense of inadequacy when comparing his simple drawing to the complex artwork on the wall.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The state or quality of being insufficient or inadequate: Refers to a condition where something is not enough, not good enough, or not suitable for a particular purpose.
    • A specific shortcoming or deficiency: A particular instance or aspect that is lacking or not up to the required standard.
Usage

The word "inadequacy" is used to describe a general lack of sufficiency or a specific fault. It often carries a negative connotation, implying that something is unsatisfactory or falls short of expectations. It can refer to abstract qualities (like skills or systems) or tangible things (like resources or quantities).

Examples
  • General State of Being Insufficient:
    • The report highlighted the inadequacy of the current safety procedures.
    • She was overwhelmed by a feeling of personal inadequacy.
  • Specific Shortcoming:
    • The main inadequacy of the plan is its lack of a clear timeline.
    • The bridge's structural inadequacies led to its closure.
Advanced Usage
  • "to feel a sense of inadequacy": to experience a personal feeling of not being good enough.
    • Despite his success, he often battled a deep sense of inadequacy.
  • "to expose an inadequacy": to reveal a flaw or deficiency.
    • The crisis exposed the inadequacy of the existing regulations.
Variants and Related Words
  • Inadequate (adj): not sufficient or suitable.
    • The funding was inadequate for the project's needs.
  • Inadequately (adv): in an insufficient manner.
    • The staff were inadequately trained.
Synonyms
  • Insufficiency: A lack or shortage of something.
  • Deficiency: A failing or shortcoming.
  • Shortcoming: A fault or failure to meet a certain standard.
Antonyms
  • Adequacy: The state of being sufficient or suitable.
  • Sufficiency: An adequate amount or quality.
  • Competence: The ability to do something successfully or efficiently.
inadequacy

A student feels a sense of inadequacy when comparing his simple drawing to the complex artwork on the wall.

Noun
  1. unsatisfactoriness by virtue of being inadequate
  2. a lack of competence
    • pointed out the insufficiencies in my report
    • juvenile offenses often reflect an inadequacy in the parents
  3. lack of an adequate quantity or number
    • the inadequacy of unemployment benefits

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