Deficit
例子
The government faced a budget deficit due to increased spending and decreased revenue.
由于支出增加和收入减少，政府面临预算赤字。
The organization 's deficit in funding forced it to cut back on programs and services.
该组织的资金赤字迫使其削减计划和服务。
02
赤字, 不足
an amount by which what is needed or expected exceeds what is available
例子
There was a deficit of volunteers for the charity event.
慈善活动的志愿者存在短缺。
A calorie deficit is necessary to lose weight effectively.
为了有效减肥，热量赤字是必要的。
03
赤字, 落后
the amount by which a competitor or team is losing
例子
The basketball team worked hard to overcome a 15-point deficit.
篮球队努力克服了15分的差距。
By halftime, they faced a large deficit in the score.
到半场时，他们在比分上面临着巨大的差距。
04
缺陷, 障碍
a weakness or loss in cognitive or neurological function
例子
The patient showed a deficit in short-term memory.
患者表现出短期记忆中的缺陷。
Neurological testing revealed deficits in motor skills.
神经学测试揭示了运动技能中的缺陷。
