deficient

/dɪfˈɪʃʌnt/

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Adjective
of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement; "insufficient funds"
Adjective Satellite
inadequate in amount or degree; "a deficient education"; "deficient in common sense"; "lacking in stamina"; "tested and found wanting"
Adjective Satellite
falling short of some prescribed norm; "substandard housing"
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