deficit

Definition

• n. the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required
• n. a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning
• n. (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing
• n. an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period)

Word forms

Plural

deficits

Example sentences

1. n.

   The company's annual report showed a significant deficit in its budget.

2. n.

   The patient was diagnosed with a vitamin D deficit, which affected their health.