Definitions

lacking

[lak-ing] / ˈlæk ɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

wanting, deficient

Synonyms

STRONGEST

flawed inadequate incomplete

STRONG

impaired missing needed needing short

WEAK

can't cut it coming up short defective deprived of minus not hacking it not making it sans without

Antonyms

WEAK

abundant enough having profuse sufficient

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Antoine felt that they were lacking something “more on the emotional side,” he says.

From The Wall Street Journal

She described Australia as a great place, but said Bondi in particular felt "empty" and lacking in diversity and culture.

From BBC

But they will head into the fixture at London Stadium short of momentum, lacking confidence and with unrest in the stands bubbling.

From BBC

Taken in isolation, the individual selection decisions were valid and necessary, but have left England lacking leaders.

From BBC

Like a lot of teams, Arne Slot's side are maybe short of energy at such a busy time of year, and are lacking the spark they need.

From BBC