deficiency
US /dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/
UK /dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/
1.
a lack or shortage of something
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The patient was diagnosed with a vitamin D deficiency.
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There is a serious deficiency of clean water in the region.
2.
a failing or shortcoming
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His main deficiency is his inability to work in a team.
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The report highlighted several deficiencies in the current system.