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Dearth

usgb/dɜːrθ/Volume
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Subject ImportancePlay
Use 'dearth' to highlight a significant lack of something important or valuable. SlideThe committee noted a dearth of credible research on the subject.
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Implies NegativityPlay
'Dearth' implies a negative situation that could cause problems or limitations. SlideThe farmers are worried about the dearth of rainfall this season.
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Not for AbundancePlay
Avoid using 'dearth' in contexts where there is an abundance or sufficiency of something. SlideYou cannot speak of a dearth of water in a flooded area.