deficit
/ˈdɛfɪsɪt/
noun
- The amount by which something, especially money, is less than what is needed or expected; a shortage.
- The company's budget deficit forced it to cut jobs.
- The government is trying to reduce the national deficit.
- We have a deficit of volunteers for the charity event.
- A disadvantage or weakness; a lack of a necessary quality.
- The student has a deficit in reading comprehension.
- His lack of experience is a serious deficit for the team.
- The plan had a deficit of clear goals.
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