deficiencies
Pronunciation: [dɪˈfɪʃənsiːz]
Word
Context: “health”
(noun) deficiencies are when someone does not have enough of something necessary for good health. This can happen when the body lacks important vitamins or minerals needed to stay healthy.
Example
The doctor said that her vitamin D levels were normal, so she does not have any deficiencies.
Example
He suffers from nutritional deficiencies because he does not eat a balanced diet.
Example
What are the signs of vitamin deficiencies in children?
Context: “performance”
(noun) deficiencies can also mean not having enough skills or qualities needed to do something well. It refers to a lack of ability or characteristics that are important for success in an area, like work or school.
Example
The team's training helped address the deficiencies in their performance from last season.
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Her report showed several deficiencies in his project that needed improvement.
Example
What deficiencies are most common in students struggling with math?
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