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Paucity

Part of Speech: noun

Sense 1: scarcity, insufficiency, or a small quantity of something.

Usage: Paucity refers to the state of lacking enough quantity or an insufficient amount of something.

Example sentences:

1. There is a paucity of fresh water in desert regions.
2. The paucity of evidence made it difficult for the jury to reach a verdict.
3. We were disappointed by the paucity of options available at the restaurant.

Part of Speech: adjective

Sense 1: expressing a small amount or quantity.

Usage: The adjective form of paucity suggests a limited or scarce amount of something.

Example sentences:

1. The paucity rain this year resulted in poor crop yields.
2. I was not satisfied with the paucity details provided in the report.
3. The paucity number of attendees at the event was disappointing.

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