inadequacy

//ɪnˈæd.ɪ.kwə.si//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
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Noun

inadequacySingular
inadequaciesPlural
1

The state or quality of being insufficient or not good enough to meet a particular need or standard.

The inadequacy of the current system has become apparent.

2

A personal feeling of being unable to cope or of not being good enough.

She struggled with feelings of inadequacy after failing the exam.

3

A lack or shortage of something necessary.

The inadequacy of funding has delayed the project.

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