Insufficient synonyms

In short supply, at a premium, and deficient are all synonyms for insufficient. Sufficient and adequate are antonyms of insufficient. And here are 28 another word for insufficient.

Another word for insufficient

At a premium, deficient, in short supply, inadequate, incomplete, lacking, limited, meagre, measly, not enough, paltry, pathetic, piddling, poor, restricted, scant, scanty, scarce, short, sketchy, skimpy, sparse, too few, too little, too small, wanting, and exiguous are all synonyms for insufficient.

Insufficient synonym statistics

Insufficient synonym page has a variety of synonyms that differ in length. 1 synonym with 4, and 13 letters and 2 synonyms with 5 letters. 8 synonyms with 6 letters and 4 synonyms with 7, and 10 letters.

3 synonyms with 8, and 9 letters. For a total of 26 another word for insufficient.

Insufficient sentences

The evidence was deemed insufficient for conviction.

They received insufficient funds for expansion.

His explanation was insufficient to convince me.

There was insufficient time to prepare.

Related Words for insufficient

  1. Empowerment
    • Synonyms: Enablement, authority
    • Opposites: disempowerment, oppression
    • Part of speech: noun
  2. Ambivalent
    • Synonyms: equivocal, uncertain
    • Opposites: unequivocal, certain
    • Part of speech: adjective
  3. Instinct
    • Synonyms: Impulse, reflex
    • Opposites: reason, deliberation
    • Part of speech: noun
  4. Concentration
    • Synonyms: close attention, close thought
    • Opposites: inattention, distraction
    • Part of speech: noun
  5. Segment
    • Synonyms: piece, part
    • Opposites: whole, amalgamate
    • Part of speech: noun
  6. Accident
    • Synonyms: mishap, misfortune
    • Opposites: intentionally, plan
    • Part of speech: noun
  7. Aforementioned
    • Synonyms: Previously mentioned, above-mentioned
    • Opposites: subsequent, following
    • Part of speech: adjective
  8. Consent
    • Synonyms: agreement, assent
    • Opposites: dissent, forbid
    • Part of speech: noun
  9. Eloquent
    • Synonyms: persuasive, expressive
    • Opposites: inarticulate, tongue-tied
    • Part of speech: adjective
  10. Payment
    • Synonyms: remittance, remission
    • Opposites: refund, reimbursement
    • Part of speech: noun
  11. Retention
    • Synonyms: Preservation, maintenance
    • Opposites: loss, forgetfulness
    • Part of speech: noun
  12. Replacement
    • Synonyms: Substitute, alternative
    • Opposites: original, substitution
    • Part of speech: noun
  13. Instruction
    • Synonyms: order, command
    • Opposites: confusion, misguidance
    • Part of speech: noun
  14. Horrific
    • Synonyms: dreadful, horrendous
    • Opposites: pleasant, delightful
    • Part of speech: adjective
  15. Inconsistent
    • Synonyms: incompatible with, conflicting with
    • Opposites: consistent, steady
    • Part of speech: adjective
  16. Assignment
    • Synonyms: task, piece of work
    • Opposites: free time, leisure
    • Part of speech: noun
  17. Insignificant
    • Synonyms: unimportant, of minor importance
    • Opposites: significant, important, meaningful
    • Part of speech: adjective
  18. Accomplishment
    • Synonyms: achievement, act
    • Opposites: failure, setback
    • Part of speech: noun
  19. Time consuming
    • Synonyms: Lengthy, slow
    • Opposites: quick, efficient
    • Part of speech: adjective
  20. Resentment
    • Synonyms: bitterness, indignation
    • Opposites: contentment, happiness
    • Part of speech: noun
  21. Attentive
    • Synonyms: alert, awake
    • Opposites: inattentive, inconsiderate
    • Part of speech: adjective
  22. Center
    • Synonyms: Middle, core
    • Opposites: edge, outskirts
    • Part of speech: noun
  23. Insecure
    • Synonyms: unconfident, lacking confidence
    • Opposites: confident, assured
    • Part of speech: adjective
  24. Development
    • Synonyms: evolution, growth
    • Opposites: decline, stagnation
    • Part of speech: noun
  25. Central
    • Synonyms: middle, centre
    • Opposites: side, extreme, outer
    • Part of speech: adjective
  26. Pretentious
    • Synonyms: affected, ostentatious
    • Opposites: natural, unaffected
    • Part of speech: adjective
  27. Institution
    • Synonyms: organization, establishment
    • Opposites: dismissal, defrocking, halting, cancellation, ending
    • Part of speech: noun
  28. At present
    • Synonyms: at the moment, just now
    • Opposites: in the past, in the future
    • Part of speech: adverb
  29. Present
    • Synonyms: in attendance, attending
    • Opposites: past, future, absent
    • Part of speech: adjective
  30. Malicious
    • Synonyms: spiteful, malevolent
    • Opposites: benevolent, kindhearted
    • Part of speech: adjective
  31. Enter
    • Synonyms: go in/into, come in/into
    • Opposites: leave, scratch
    • Part of speech: verb
  32. Compliment
    • Synonyms: flattering remark, tribute
    • Opposites: insult, criticism
    • Part of speech: noun
  33. Eccentric
    • Synonyms: unconventional, uncommon
    • Opposites: ordinary, conventional
    • Part of speech: adjective
  34. Student
    • Synonyms: undergraduate, postgraduate
    • Opposites: teacher, instructor
    • Part of speech: noun
  35. Transparent
    • Synonyms: see-through, clear
    • Opposites: obscure, ambiguous
    • Part of speech: adjective
  36. Complacent
    • Synonyms: smug, self-satisfied
    • Opposites: dissatisfied, humble
    • Part of speech: adjective
  37. Coherent
    • Synonyms: logical, reasoned
    • Opposites: incoherent, muddled
    • Part of speech: adjective
  38. Extent
    • Synonyms: area, size
    • Opposites: limitation, restriction
    • Part of speech: noun
  39. Entity
    • Synonyms: organization, institution
    • Opposites: nonentity, non-existence
    • Part of speech: noun
  40. Relentless
    • Synonyms: persistent, continuing
    • Opposites: short-lived, irresolute, intermittent
    • Part of speech: adjective
  41. Prudent
    • Synonyms: wise, well judged
    • Opposites: unwise, imprudent, incautious, extravagant
    • Part of speech: adjective
  42. Entitle
    • Synonyms: qualify, make eligible
    • Opposites: deny, restrict
    • Part of speech: verb
  43. Document
    • Synonyms: official paper, legal paper
    • Opposites: erase, delete
    • Part of speech: verb
  44. Consensus
    • Synonyms: agreement, harmony
    • Opposites: disagreement, minority view
    • Part of speech: noun
  45. Inconvenience
    • Synonyms: trouble, bother
    • Opposites: help, convenience
    • Part of speech: noun
  46. Indifferent
    • Synonyms: unconcerned about, apathetic about/towards
    • Opposites: heedful, caring
    • Part of speech: adjective
  47. Silent
    • Synonyms: completely quiet, still
    • Opposites: audible, noisy
    • Part of speech: adjective
  48. Superficial
    • Synonyms: surface, exterior
    • Opposites: deep, thorough
    • Part of speech: adjective
  49. Difficulty
    • Synonyms: strain, struggling
    • Opposites: ease, simplicity
    • Part of speech: noun
  50. Incentive
    • Synonyms: inducement, motivation
    • Opposites: deterrent, disincentive
    • Part of speech: noun
  51. Criticism
    • Synonyms: censure, reproval
    • Opposites: praise, approval
    • Part of speech: noun
  52. Mentor
    • Synonyms: adviser, guide
    • Opposites: student, mentee
    • Part of speech: noun
  53. Entertainment
    • Synonyms: amusement, pleasure
    • Opposites: boredom, drudgery
    • Part of speech: noun
  54. Excellent
    • Synonyms: very good, superb
    • Opposites: poor, inferior
    • Part of speech: adjective
  55. Representative
    • Synonyms: typical, prototypical
    • Opposites: atypical, unrepresentative
    • Part of speech: adjective