Paucity
Noun
/ˈpɔːsɪti/
English Definition
The presence of something only in small or insufficient quantities or amounts; scarcity or a lack of something.
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๐ก How to Remember Easily (Realistic Memory Hook / Mnemonic)
💡 Memory Trick: "Paucity" sounds like "poor city." Imagine visiting a *poor city* where you immediately notice the striking *paucity* (scarcity or lack) of essential resources like clean water, proper housing, and quality education for its residents. The word itself sounds like "poor city," directly linking to a lack of something.
๐ Practical Context & Exam Sentence
"The *paucity* of evidence made it difficult for the police to press charges against the suspect."
๐ข Synonyms (Similar Meaning)
Scarcity
Dearth
Shortage
Insufficiency
Deficiency
๐ด Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
Abundance
Plenty
Profusion
Surplus
Plethora
๐ More Exam Vocabulary
Parsimonious
Extremely unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy or frugal to an excessive degree.Alacrity
Brisk and cheerful readiness; promptness in response or action.Pragmatic
Dealing with things sensibly and realistically in a way that is based on practical rather than theoretical considerations.Mundane
Lacking interest or excitement; dull, ordinary, or commonplace. Also, of this earthly world rather than a heavenly or spiritual one.Gregarious
Fond of company; sociable; enjoying being in crowds or groups.Pernicious
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
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