What is another word for were insufficient?
Pronunciation: [wɜːɹ ɪnsəfˈɪʃənt] (IPA) 
When something is considered insufficient, it means that it is not enough or adequate to meet a certain requirement or standard. Some synonyms of the phrase 'were insufficient' include inadequate, lacking, deficient, deficient in, wanting, insufficiently, scant, scanty, meager, deficient in, short of, running out of, not enough, low, scarce, thin and few. These terms all indicate a shortfall or lack of something that is needed or expected. Using synonyms can help to add variation and clarity to written or spoken communication, enabling the author to express their thoughts and ideas with greater precision and nuance.
