deficient
/dɪˈfɪʃnt/
de · fi · cient
dɪ · ˈfɪʃ · nt
English Definition
adj. lacking
Significado en Español
deficiente, insuficiente
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
thiếu hụt, không đủ
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Example Sentence
The diet is deficient in vitamins.
饮食缺乏维生素。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
de(lack)+ficient(do)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is a synonym for “deficient”: The diet was _____ in protein, leading to health issues.
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A
abundant
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B
lacking
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C
proficient
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D
efficient
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B — lacking.
“deficient” means adj. lacking
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
A diet that is ______ in vitamins can lead to serious illness.
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A
rich
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B
deficient
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C
abundant
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D
ample
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B — deficient.
“deficient” means adj. lacking
Common questions about “deficient”
What does “deficient” mean?
deficient — adj. lacking. In Chinese: 缺乏的，不足的.
How do you pronounce “deficient”?
deficient is pronounced /dɪˈfɪʃnt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: de · fi · cient.
How do you use “deficient” in a sentence?
The diet is deficient in vitamins. (饮食缺乏维生素。)
What are synonyms for “deficient”?
lacking, inadequate — all close in meaning to deficient (adj. lacking).
Is “deficient” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. deficient appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “deficient”?
de(lack)+ficient(do)
