inadequacies
nounDivide inadequacies into syllables:
in · ad · e · qua · cies
How to pronounce inadequacies:
Definition of inadequacies:
- inadequacies (noun):
- lack or shortage
- the quality or state of being inadequate
Synonyms for inadequacies:
dearthpovertydeficiencyabsencesdroughtsinadequacyAntonyms for inadequacies:
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