deficit — the amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdefɪsɪt/
Example Sentences
- My diet has a serious chocolate deficit - I need more cookies!
- The company reported a deficit of $2 million this quarter.
- There's a deficit of common sense in his decision-making.
deficit
NOUN[/ˈdefɪsɪt/]
the amount by which something, especially a sum of money, is too small
The company faced a huge deficit after its expenses greatly exceeded its income.
"The fee cut!" the manager ordered as the company reduced expenses to deal with a serious deficit.
The deficit grew as every credit disappeared before the company could profit.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'deficere' meaning 'to fail' or 'to be lacking', combined with the suffix '-it' which forms nouns indicating a state or condition.
Breakdown
de- (away, lacking) + -fic- (do, make) + -it (noun suffix) = deficit
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My diet has a serious chocolate deficit - I need more cookies!”
“The company reported a deficit of $2 million this quarter.”
“There's a deficit of common sense in his decision-making.”
“Korea aims to reduce its current account deficit through export promotion.”
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