insufficiency
noun
in·suf·fi·cien·cy
| \ ˌin(t)-sə-ˈfi-shən(t)-sē
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plural insufficiencies
Definition of insufficiency
1
: the quality or state of being insufficient: such as
a
: lack of mental or moral fitness : incompetence
the insufficiency of this person for public office
b
: lack of adequate supply
insufficiency of provisions
c
: lack of physical power or capacity
especially
: inability of an organ or body part to function normally
renal insufficiency
2
: something that is insufficient or falls short of expectations