deficiency · noun/dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/
a lack or shortage of something necessary or desirable
The patient was diagnosed with a vitamin D deficiency, which affected their overall health.
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Set 85 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 6 words: deficiency, optimization, acclaim, deficiency, policy, bias. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.
a lack or shortage of something necessary or desirable
The patient was diagnosed with a vitamin D deficiency, which affected their overall health.
the process of making something as effective or functional as possible
Effective optimization of the website can significantly improve user experience and increase traffic.
public praise or recognition
The artist received widespread acclaim for her latest exhibition, which featured innovative and thought-provoking pieces.
a lack or shortage of something necessary or desirable
The patient was diagnosed with a vitamin D deficiency, which affected their overall health.
a course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or individual
The company's hiring policy ensures that all candidates are evaluated equally regardless of their background.
a tendency to favor or lean towards one perspective or outcome over others
The study was criticized for its selection bias, which skewed the results towards a particular demographic.