Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scarce
Adjective
/skɛrs/
Definition
Insufficient in quantity or number compared to the demand.
Examples
- Water is scarce in desert areas.
- During drought years, crops can become scarce.
- Job opportunities may be scarce in some regions.
Meaning
When something is scarce, it is hard to find or not easily available. It often refers to resources that are limited or in short supply.
Synonyms
- Limited
- Sparse
- Rare
- Infrequent
- Scarcity
