insufficient
/,insə'fiʃənt/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Not enough; inadequate: Describes an amount, quantity, or degree that is less than what is necessary, required, or desired for a particular purpose.
Usage
- The adjective "insufficient" is used to qualify a noun, indicating a shortfall or lack. It is often followed by the preposition "for" to specify the purpose or need that is not met.
- It can be used predicatively (after a linking verb like "be" or "seem") or attributively (before a noun).
Examples
- Attributive use (before a noun):
- The project was canceled due to insufficient funding.
- He failed the exam because of insufficient preparation.
- Predicative use (after a linking verb):
- The evidence was deemed insufficient for a conviction.
- Your apology seems insufficient to repair the damage.
Advanced Usage
- "Insufficient to" + verb: Used to indicate that something is not enough to achieve a specific action or result.
- The data is insufficient to draw a definitive conclusion.
- "Insufficient for" + noun/gerund: Used to indicate that something is not enough for a specific purpose or activity.
- The time allocated was insufficient for a thorough review.
- The portions were insufficient for feeding a large family.
Variants and Related Words
- Insufficiency (noun): The state or fact of being insufficient; an inadequate amount.
- The insufficiency of the resources became apparent quickly.
- Insufficiently (adverb): In an insufficient manner; not enough.
- The problem was insufficiently addressed in the report.
Synonyms
- Inadequate: Not sufficient to meet a requirement.
- Deficient: Lacking in some necessary quality or element.
- Scant: Barely sufficient or adequate.
Antonyms
- Sufficient: Enough to meet the needs of a situation.
- Adequate: Satisfactory or acceptable in quality or quantity.
- Ample: Enough or more than enough; plentiful.
Idioms and Common Phrases
- "Insufficient funds": A standard banking term indicating that an account does not contain enough money to cover a check or withdrawal.
- My debit card was declined due to insufficient funds.
Adjective
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of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement
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insufficient funds
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