To be very inadequate or unsatisfactory; to lack a large amount of what is desired or required. The film has a very interesting premise, but the final product leaves much to be desired.I wasn't expecting a huge amount from a budget hostel, but this place leaves much to be desired nonetheless.See also: desire, leave, much
leave much (or a lot) to be desired
be highly unsatisfactory.See also: desire, leave, muchSee also: