utilstækkelig

Utilstækkelig is a Danish adjective that translates to insufficient, inadequate, or not enough in English. It is commonly used to describe a situation, amount, or quality that falls short of what is required or expected.

The term can be applied in various contexts. For instance, one might say their salary is utilstækkelig to cover their expenses, meaning it is not enough to meet their financial needs. Similarly, a performance review could deem an employee's effort as utilstækkelig if it does not meet the job's requirements. In a scientific context, a sample size might be described as utilstækkelig if it is too small to draw reliable conclusions.

The opposite of utilstækkelig is tilstrækkelig, which means sufficient or adequate. The adjective carries a negative connotation, indicating a lack or deficiency. Its usage often implies a need for improvement or supplementation.