Definition of Insufficiency
Insufficiency
in·suf·fi·cien·cy


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the state of not being enough, often in context of size, function, or power/capacity; the quality of being inadequate or insufficient;

e.g. Her insufficiency in performing the responsibilities of her position led to her being fired.

(noun)
the inability of an organ to function normally;

e.g. He suffers from renal insufficiency.





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