The meaning of LACK is to be deficient or missing. How to use lack in a sentence.

LACK definition: 1. the fact that something is not available or that there is not enough of it: 2. to not have or…. Learn more.

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If there is a lack of something, there is not enough of it or it does not exist at all.

May 6, 2025 · lack (countable and uncountable, plural lacks) A deficiency or need (of something desirable or necessary); an absence, want, dearth. Antonyms: glut, surplus

1. deficiency or absence of something needed or desirable: lack of money; lack of skill.

Lack refers to the state of being without or not having enough of something; a deficiency or absence of a desirable or necessary attribute or quality. It can pertain to physical possessions, …

noun an absence or inadequate amount of something needed, desirable, or customary: We had to severely limit our holiday gift shopping due to lack of funds. Lack of skill is the main reason he …

The fact or condition of not having any; complete absence. The fact or condition of not having enough; shortage; deficiency. A particular deficiency or absence. Owing to a lack of …

There was no lack of interest in the proposal. [=there was much interest in the proposal]