lack (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /læk/

Definition

A state of not having enough of something, or not having it at all.

Examples

• There is a lack of clean water in the region.

• He has a serious lack of confidence.

• We noticed a lack of interest from the students.

How to Use lack

lack of (prepositional phrase)

Not having enough of something. — "There was a lack of evidence to support his claim."

lack for (prepositional phrase)

To not have enough of something needed or desired. — "She never lacked for attention from her family."

Synonyms of lack

Words with a similar meaning to lack:

• shortage
• deficiency
• paucity

Antonyms of lack

Words with the opposite meaning to lack:

• abundance
• plenty

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