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How do you spell Insufficient?

Correct spelling

insufficient

Two F's. IN + SUFFICI + ENT.

Why is insufficient spelled this way?

From Latin insufficiens, not enough. IN (not) + SUB (under) + FACERE (to make). Insufficient means not made to the level needed — falling short of the mark.

Common misspellings of insufficient

insuficientinsufficentinsuficiantinnsufficient

Example

The evidence was insufficient for a conviction.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "insufficient". Two F's. IN + SUFFICI + ENT.
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