1. lacks or shortages of something needed or required
Usage: plural of deficiency

Examples

• The report highlighted several deficiencies in the school’s safety procedures.
• Vitamin deficiencies can lead to serious health problems.
• The audit revealed deficiencies in the company’s financial records.
• Students showed deficiencies in basic math skills.
• The building inspector found structural deficiencies that needed immediate attention.
• Nutritional deficiencies are common in developing countries.
• The team worked to address the deficiencies in their defense strategy.