CEFR B2

insufficient

adjective

Meaning

Not enough for a particular purpose; lacking.

Examples

The evidence presented was insufficient to convict the suspect.
We have insufficient funds to complete the project on time.

Synonyms: lacking, inadequate, deficient, scant

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insufficient (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.səˈfɪʃ.ənt/

Definition

Not enough for a particular purpose; lacking.

Examples

The evidence presented was insufficient to convict the suspect.
We have insufficient funds to complete the project on time.
His explanation for being late was insufficient and unbelievable.

How to Use insufficient

insufficient for (prepositional phrase): Not enough to meet the needs or requirements of something. — "The current safety measures are insufficient for the growing number of visitors."
insufficient to (prepositional phrase): Not enough to achieve a particular action or result. — "His apologies were insufficient to mend the broken trust."

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