inadequate

The definition of inadequate is someone or something that is lacking in something desired or required.

(adjective)

An example of something that would be described as inadequate is a broken down car that won't run.

See inadequate in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

not adequate; not sufficient; not equal to what is required

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See inadequate in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective

Not adequate to fulfill a need or meet a requirement; insufficient.

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