English adjective: wanting | |||
| 1. | wanting nonexistent | ||
| Samples | The thumb is absent. Her appetite was lacking. | ||
| Synonyms | absent, lacking, missing | ||
| Similar | nonexistent | ||
| Antonyms | existent, existing | ||
| 2. | wanting inadequate in amount or degree | ||
| Samples | A deficient education. Deficient in common sense. Lacking in stamina. Tested and found wanting. | ||
| Synonyms | deficient, lacking | ||
| Similar | inadequate, unequal | ||
| Antonyms | adequate, equal | ||