Wanting
Adjective
Definition: Lacking or missing; not present or available.
Definition: Deficient or insufficient in some quality or aspect; not up to a desired standard.
Synonyms: Lacking, Missing, Absent, Deficient, Inadequate
Antonyms: Complete, Abundant, Sufficient, Satisfactory
Examples:
- The report is wanting some important information.
- This book is wanting in depth and complexity.
Mnemonics:
- "Wanting" is used to describe something that is lacking or missing.
- Think of it as "wanting" something that is not available or up to the desired standard.
Etymology:
Origin:
Derived from the Old English word "wantian," meaning to be lacking or deficient.
Historical Usage:"Wanting" has been used in the English language since ancient times to describe a lack or deficiency.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Leave much to be wanting"
Explanation:Means that something is lacking or not up to expectations or standards.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "wanting" with "wanting" in the sense of desiring or wishing for something.
Explanation:In this context, "wanting" refers to the lack or absence of something, rather than expressing a desire or wish for it.