Definitions

1. adverb

in a way that is not up to the required standard or is slow to respond.

“The company’s response to the crisis was behindhand, and it lost many customers.”

2. noun

a person who is not up to the required standard or is slow to respond.

“The team’s behindhand player was a major disappointment in the championship game.”

3. verb

to do something in a way that is not up to the required standard or is slow to respond.

“The new employee was often accused of working behindhand, which affected the team’s overall performance.”