1. Lack of adequate attention, concern, or maintenance; failure to provide necessary or appropriate care
The child suffered from insufficient care during his early years.
A criança sofreu com cuidado insuficiente durante seus primeiros anos.
2. In medical/legal contexts: failure to meet the standard of care expected in a given situation
The hospital was sued for insufficient care of the patient.
O hospital foi processado por cuidado insuficiente do paciente.