Dearth

noun · SAT

Meaning: A scarcity or lack of something.

Example

Which choice best matches the meaning of “dearth”?

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behavior in keeping with good taste and propriety

a political leader who wins support by exploiting people's emotions and prejudices rather than by reasoned argument

showing steady, careful effort in one's work or duties

essentially different in kind

match or surpass through imitation

lasting a very short time

having or showing great knowledge or learning

make a problem or bad situation worse