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lacking

Pronunciation: [ˈlækɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use lacking in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “absence”

(adjective) when something is missing or not enough of something. If someone says they are lacking in something, it means they don’t have enough of it or maybe none at all.

Example

The recipe was delicious, but it was lacking some spices for extra flavor.

Example

Her performance was not lacking; it was excellent and full of energy.

Example

What skills are you feeling lacking in right now?

Context: “absence”

(verb) to not have enough of something or to be without something that is usually expected or needed. This can be used to describe people or things that do not have what they require.

Example

He is lacking confidence, but he is working on becoming more self-assured.

Example

The project was not lacking any resources; everything was fully stocked.

Example

Why do you think he feels lacking in support from his friends?

How to pronounce lacking

Pronunciation: [ˈlækɪŋ]

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