insufficient
Translation
insufficient, inadequate
Examples
There is insufficient evidence to prove his guilt.
There is insufficient evidence to prove his guilt.
Our food supply is insufficient for the winter.
Our food supply is insufficient for the winter.
Grammar Patterns
((for sth./sb.)) not enough for something/somebody The funds are insufficient for the project.
((to do sth.)) not enough to do something His strength was insufficient to lift the box.
Similar Words
Synonyms: inadequate, lacking; Antonyms: sufficient, adequate
Etymology
From the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'sufficient' (enough). Literally means 'not enough'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'in-' often means 'not', so this word breaks down to 'not sufficient'.