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inadequacy

n. C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪˈnædɪkwəsi// UK //ɪnˈædɪkwəsi// in·ad·e·qua·cy

n. the state of not being good enough or having enough of something. You use this when something is not strong, large, or useful enough for the job.

n. the state of being insufficient or lacking in quality, quantity, or strength. Often used to describe a failure to meet a standard or requirement.


SIMPLE

The old roof showed signs of inadequacy during the storm.

CONTEXTUAL

The committee pointed out the inadequacy of the current safety measures and demanded immediate improvements.

COMPLEX

The philosopher argued that the human condition is defined by a fundamental inadequacy, a sense of not being fully realized or complete in our current state.

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Origin

From inadequate + -cy or in- + adequacy.

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