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lacking
/ˈlækɪŋ/
not having enough of something
The project is lacking in funding.
The project does not have enough money.
general
not having enough of something needed or desired
Her presentation was lacking in detail.
Her presentation did not have enough detailed information.
The team is lacking in experience.
The team does not have enough experienced members.
Often used to describe a deficiency in quality, quantity, or ability.
Collocations
lacking innot having enough of somethinglacking fornot having what is needed
Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'lacking' to describe a shortage in a specific area, such as 'lacking in confidence' or 'lacking in resources'.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'lacken', meaning 'to be without'
Usage Notes
Commonly used in formal and informal contexts to describe a shortage or deficiency.
Word Breakdown
lack
to be without
root-ing
present participle
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