DEF: A deficit (an amount that is less than the level that was needed).
EX: This year’s budget shortfall is 20 billion dollars, the government expects to collect less tax than it spends.

Synonyms:
deficit, deficits
DEF: A deficit (an amount that is less than the level that was needed).
EX: This year’s budget shortfall is 20 billion dollars, the government expects to collect less tax than it spends.
