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Deficient

usgb/dɪˈfɪʃnt/Volume
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Health Context

Used when nutrition or health is lacking. It suggests a need for improvement to achieve well-being.

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Without enough sunlight, people can become vitamin D deficient.
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Scientific Assessment

Often found in scientific or technical reports about shortages in substances or elements.

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The soil tests revealed a deficient level of nitrogen for plant growth.
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Implicit Urgency

Carries a sense of urgency implying that the deficiency should be rectified soon.

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They found the network security system to be deficient and in need of immediate upgrades.
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