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Adjective
Not coming up to an expected measure or meeting a particular need
“A diet deficient in vitamins.”
Adjective
Insufficient or inadequate
“Similarly, she has not observed or complained about any deficient workmanship in the insulation and drywall and she believes that none exists with respect to her residence.”
Adjective
Lacking some necessary part
“… a diet deficient in calcium can lead to weak bones.”
Adjective
Falling short of a standard
“… woefully deficient eyesight kept him out of military service.”
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