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Understaffed

Adjective / ˈʌndɜ:ˌstæft / Another word for understaffed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Understaffed means that there are not enough people or workers to do a certain job or task.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. The restaurant is understaffed, so the service is slow.
  2. The school is understaffed, so the teachers have a heavy workload.
  3. The store is understaffed, so they are hiring more employees.
  4. The construction site is understaffed, causing delays in the project.
  5. The company is understaffed, which is affecting its productivity.

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