inadequacy
Translation
inadequacy, insufficiency, shortcoming
Examples
He felt a sense of inadequacy.
He felt a sense of inadequacy.
The inadequacies of the system were clear.
The inadequacies of the system were clear.
Grammar Patterns
the inadequacy of ((sth.)) They discussed the inadequacy of the current plan.
a sense of inadequacy Feelings of inadequacy are common.
inadequacies in ((sth.)) There are several inadequacies in his work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: insufficiency, deficiency, shortcoming; Antonyms: adequacy, sufficiency
Etymology
From 'inadequate', which is 'in-' (not) + 'adequate' (equal to the task). The state of not being enough.
Memory Tips
Focus on the root 'adequate'. If something is not adequate, it leads to a feeling of inadequacy.