inadequacy
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/ɪnˈædɪkwəsi/
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/ɪnˈædɪkwəsi/
When something is not enough or not good enough.
The inadequacy of the team's skills led to their loss in the competition.
When someone feels they are not able or confident to handle a situation.
Feeling a sense of inadequacy, she decided to seek professional help.
A weakness or something that is missing.
He recognized his inadequacies and worked hard to improve.