scarce
/skeəs/ · /skers/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #5023 in the learning path
稀缺的；不足的
Definitions
adj. not available in large enough amounts to meet demand
稀缺的；不足的
Example
Fresh vegetables became scarce after snow blocked the roads.
大雪封路后，新鲜蔬菜变得紧缺。
As clean water becomes increasingly scarce, governments must invest in efficient irrigation and better water management systems.
随着清洁水源日益短缺，政府必须投资于高效灌溉和更完善的水资源管理系统。
Collocations
- scarce resources
- become scarce
- increasingly scarce
Word family
- scarcity (n.)
Synonyms
- limited
Antonyms
- abundant
- plentiful
Usage tip
scarce指供应不足；rare强调少见，不一定短缺。
FAQ
- What does scarce mean?
- not available in large enough amounts to meet demand
- How is scarce pronounced?
- UK /skeəs/, US /skers/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
