Vocabulary on Scarcity

This set of flashcards contains vocabulary related to the concept of scarcity, covering terms and their definitions that describe various aspects of limited resources.

Meager

Very small in amount or number; only as much or not as much as is needed or thought to be suitable.

Dearth

An amount or supply that is not large enough.

Parsimonious

Small in size or amount.

Impecunious

Having very little money.

Exiguous

Very small in size or amount.

Paucity

The fact that there is too little of something.

Scant

Very little and not enough.

Skimpily

In a way that is not enough or not large enough.

Sparse

Small in numbers or amount, often spread over a large area.

Paltry

(of an amount of money) very small and of little or no value.