How to Use "Lack" with Example Sentences

lack (v): to be without something; to not have enough of something

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Used with adverbs:

"He really lacks basic skills."
(really, completely, apparently, clearly, obviously, simply, totally, definitely, truly)

Used with verbs:

"His life seems to lack direction."
(seems to, appears to)

Used with prepositions:

"He definitely lacks in communication skills."
(in)

lack (n): the state of being without

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Used with adjectives:

"She has a noticeable lack of confidence."
(noticeable, obvious, serious, severe, complete, total, utter)

"There is an overall lack of jobs in the city."
(overall, general)

Used with prepositions:

"She is suffering from lack of sleep."
(of)

"We were appalled by her lack of manners."
(by)

"He was replaced for his lack of effort."
(for)