inadequacy Synonyms

inadequacy Meaning

Wordnet

inadequacy (n)

lack of an adequate quantity or number

a lack of competence

unsatisfactoriness by virtue of being inadequate

Webster

inadequacy (n.)

The quality or state of being inadequate or insufficient; defectiveness; insufficiency; inadequateness.

inadequacy Sentence Examples

  1. The inadequacy of the school's facilities hindered students' learning progress.
  2. She felt a profound sense of inadequacy as she struggled to keep up with her peers.
  3. The company's inadequate planning led to catastrophic losses.
  4. The inadequacy of the evidence made it impossible to reach a conclusive verdict.
  5. The surgeon's inadequacy caused complications during the operation.
  6. The government's inadequate response to the crisis drew widespread criticism.
  7. Recognizing her own inadequacy, she decided to seek professional help.
  8. The inadequacy of the budget forced the organization to make difficult cuts.
  9. The candidate's inadequacy for the role became evident during the interview.
  10. The spacecraft experienced an inadequacy of power, resulting in a failed mission.

FAQs About the word inadequacy

lack of an adequate quantity or number, a lack of competence, unsatisfactoriness by virtue of being inadequateThe quality or state of being inadequate or insuff

shortage, lack, deficiency, poverty, drouth, drought, failure, scarcity, paucity, inadequateness

amplitude, abundance, wealth, amplitude, plenty, sufficiency, sufficiency, opulence, wealth, adequacy

The inadequacy of the school's facilities hindered students' learning progress.

She felt a profound sense of inadequacy as she struggled to keep up with her peers.

The company's inadequate planning led to catastrophic losses.

The inadequacy of the evidence made it impossible to reach a conclusive verdict.