Synonyms of deficiency

deficiency

noun

di-ˈfi-shən-sē 

as in shortage

a falling short of an essential or desirable amount or number

there is a deficiency of fresh food in the diet of many of the working poor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shortage
• lack
• deficit
• insufficiency
• scarcity
• inadequacy
• absence
• drought
• paucity
• poverty
• famine
• drouth
• lacuna
• failure
• dearth
• inadequateness
• undersupply
• scantiness
• crunch
• omission
• pinch
• scarceness
• necessity
• want
• meagerness
• privation
• skimpiness
• poorness
• need

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• adequacy
• sufficiency
• abundance
• amplitude
• wealth
• plenty
• opulence
• plenitude
• surplus
• excess
• overabundance
• oversupply
• copiousness
• surfeit
• bountifulness

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of deficiency

And unlike years past, Glenn did it all without sacrificing his preferred style of play — heavy man-coverage and a high blitz rate — due to talent deficiencies. —Colton Pouncy, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025

An Expert Explains Table Salt Table salt became popular in the early 20th century as a means to combat iodine deficiency. —Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 9 Jan. 2025

These simulations can help manufacturers predict machine failures, fast-track prototypes, or better understand and solve for process deficiencies. —Ethan Karp, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025

Nutritional Deficiencies: Rapid or excessive weight loss can lead to deficiencies in vitamins and minerals critical for bone health, which is a concern for postmenopausal women. —Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 3 Jan. 2025