scarcity
Translation
scarcity, shortage, lack
Examples
There is a scarcity of fresh water in the region.
There is a scarcity of fresh water in the region.
The scarcity of the resource drove up its price.
The scarcity of the resource drove up its price.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a lack of (sth.) There is a scarcity of skilled workers.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shortage, lack, dearth; Antonyms: abundance, surplus
Etymology
From Old French `escarsete` 'scantiness', from `escars` 'scarce'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a 'scarce city' where resources are very limited.