prove deficient

Frequency: 6.04.1 per million words

To be shown to be lacking something, often after a test or trial.

deficientVERBS + deficient

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Examples (10)

  • The initial plan may prove deficient in addressing all the issues.
  • Our security measures proved deficient during the recent attack.
  • The budget will likely prove deficient for this ambitious project.
  • His preparation proved deficient when the exam questions changed.
  • The old equipment may prove deficient for modern requirements.
  • Their knowledge proved deficient in practical applications.
  • The current system could prove deficient under pressure.
  • Her training proved deficient for the advanced position.
  • The resources might prove deficient for the entire operation.
  • Traditional methods proved deficient in solving the problem.