lacking

[lak-ing] / ˈlæk ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

wanting, deficient

Synonyms

STRONGEST

flawed inadequate incomplete

STRONG

impaired missing needed needing short

WEAK

can't cut it coming up short defective deprived of minus not hacking it not making it sans without

Antonyms

WEAK

abundant enough having profuse sufficient

Example Sentences

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But Sheinbaum disputed the account as inaccurate and lacking evidence.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

This newly identified function helps explain why people lacking HSL develop lipodystrophy.

From Science Daily • Apr. 30, 2026

The funding, introduced by Bank Negara, aims to support businesses facing cash flow and operational disruptions, with loan guarantees to help firms lacking collateral maintain access to financing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

"The power is pretty strong, the acceleration is fast. It's all about speed, but the range is a bit lacking," he said.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

There was a big gingerbread-like house sorely lacking in paint.

From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool

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