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scarcity

[skair-si-tee] / ˈskɛər sɪ ti /
NOUN
deficiency
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dearth drought famine inadequacy insufficiency lack paucity shortage
STRONG
exiguity infrequency rareness rarity scantiness sparsity stringency uncommonness want
Antonyms
STRONGEST
abundance enough excess plenty sufficiency
WEAK
commonness surplus

Example Sentences

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For some collectors, the scarcity is part of the appeal.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

For Ukraine, the potential scarcity of fuel and surge in prices caused by the war on Iran is a worry: its own frontline troops need large amounts of diesel for their tanks and vehicles.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

A scarcity of talent has, on balance, given workers the upper hand over their employers.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Global leaders are already warning about food scarcity.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

The scarcity of fresh water was the single most constant source of anxiety and suffering throughout our journey.

From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel