1. insufficient or poor quality assistance, backing, or help provided to someone or something
The patient received inadequate support from the healthcare system.
O paciente recebeu apoio deficiente do sistema de saúde.
2. lack of proper structural or physical support
The bridge collapsed due to inadequate support of its foundations.
A ponte desabou devido ao apoio deficiente de suas fundações.
3. insufficient emotional, social, or psychological backing
Children with inadequate family support often struggle academically.
Crianças com apoio deficiente da família frequentemente têm dificuldades acadêmicas.