inadequacy
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for inadequacy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The state of not being good enough or sufficient for what's needed.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use inadequacy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From inadequate plus -cy, or in- plus adequacy.
Full origin of inadequacy →Frequently asked questions
What does “inadequacy” mean?
The word “inadequacy” means the state of not being good enough or sufficient for what's needed. In plain terms, falling short — either a system that doesn't work well enough, or a personal feeling of not measuring up.
How do you pronounce “inadequacy”?
“Inadequacy” is pronounced ih-NA-dihk-wuh-see (/ɪˈnædɪkwəsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “inadequacy” in a sentence?
Here is “inadequacy” used in a sentence: “He struggled with a deep sense of inadequacy after losing his job.”
What part of speech is “inadequacy”?
“Inadequacy” is a noun.
How many meanings does “inadequacy” have?
“Inadequacy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the state of not being good enough or sufficient for what's needed.