Lack

usgb/læk/
noun

The state of not having something or not having enough of something.

The project was delayed due to lack of funds.
Visual representation of "lack" - The state of not having something or not having enough of something

Often appears as...

  • lack of knowledge
  • lack of interest
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Not Enough

Use 'lack' to stress insufficiency that affects outcomes, like projects or plans.

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The failure was attributed to a lack of planning.
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Express Concern

'Lack of' often implies a problem that should be addressed or is regrettable.

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There's a disturbing lack of transparency in the process.
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Common Pairings

'Lack of' frequently pairs with abstract nouns like 'interest', 'knowledge', or 'evidence'.

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Her lack of interest in the subject was evident.
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Compare with

absenceadequacydearthdeficiencydeficitpaucityscarcityshortagesufficiencywant
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