B2adjectiveformalmoneyacademic
US/ˌɪn.səˈfɪʃ.ənt/
UK/ˌɪn.səˈfɪʃ.ənt/
not enough for a particular purpose
In context
Your payment failed because of insufficient funds in your account.
The police released him because there was insufficient evidence.
Insufficient sleep can affect your memory and mood.
Words that go with insufficient
adjective + noun
- insufficient fundsThe ATM showed a message saying 'insufficient funds'.
- insufficient evidenceThe case was dropped due to insufficient evidence.
- insufficient informationWe have insufficient information to make a decision.
- insufficient timeStudents complained of insufficient time to finish the test.
adjective + preposition
- insufficient toHis salary is insufficient to support a family.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The money is unsufficient.Correct: The money is insufficient.