Inadequacy
Pronunciation : In*ad"e*qua*cy
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [From Inadequate.]
Definition : Defn: The quality or state of being inadequate or insufficient; defectiveness; insufficiency; inadequateness. The inadequacy and consequent inefficacy of the alleged causes. Dr. T. Dwight.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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