Deficit

Meaning

the amount by which something is too small; a shortfall or lack

The amount by which something, especially money, is too small or lacking.

Example Sentences

The government faced a budget deficit of millions due to increased spending.

The government is trying to reduce the budget deficit.

Example Expressions

trade deficit

Synonyms

shortfall, shortage, gap, debt, lack, loss

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shortfall, shortage, gap, debt

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shortfall, shortage, lack, loss, gap

Antonyms

surplus, excess, profit, abundance

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surplus, excess, profit, abundance

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surplus, excess, profit

Collocations

budget deficit, trade deficit, attention deficit, current deficit

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budget deficit, trade deficit, attention deficit

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budget deficit, trade deficit, current deficit