This is the 651st most frequent French word.
déficit
A shortage or deficiency, especially in finances or resources.
In this sentence, 'déficit' refers to a shortfall in budgets or financial resources, indicating an economic context.
Le gouvernement prévoit un déficit budgétaire important cette année.
The government anticipates a significant budget deficit this year.
Here, 'déficit' is used to describe a lack of resources, in this case skilled players, emphasizing a sports-related context.
L'équipe de football souffre d'un déficit de bons attaquants cette saison.
The football team is suffering from a deficit of good forwards this season.
In this example, 'déficit' conveys the idea of lacking something critical like sleep, applied to a health and personal well-being context.