deficit
1.
(
noun
) the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required
Synonyms:
shortage
,
shortfall
Related Words:
deficiency
,
inadequacy
,
insufficiency
2.
(
noun
) an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period)
Related Words:
budget deficit
,
financial obligation
,
indebtedness
,
liability
,
pecuniary obligation
,
trade deficit
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