Synonyms for

Dearth

Verb / dɜ:θ / Another word for dearth — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dearth means a scarcity or lack of something.

Synonyms & similar words

famine shortage paucity scarcity shortage deficiency absence paucity lack insufficiency want inadequacy insufficience famine drought failure shortcoming deficit privation need dirtiness unavailability emptiness

Example sentences

  1. There is a dearth of water in the desert.
  2. There was a dearth of volunteers for the charity event.
  3. There is a dearth of good quality food in the market.
  4. The dearth of resources made it difficult to complete the project on time.
  5. The dearth of customers forced the company to shut down.

Quotes

  • It was a time of dearth and famine.
  • The dearth of skilled workers has made it difficult to run the factory.
  • The dearth of rain has resulted in a drought.

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