insufficient
Meaning
Lacking the necessary quantity, quality, or degree to meet a specified requirement or standard, often implying a critical shortfall that may hinder effectiveness or functionality in a given context.
💡 While "insufficient" is often used in formal contexts, it is important to distinguish it from synonyms such as "inadequate," which may carry a slightly less severe connotation.
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