Which word is a synonym for 'Paucity'?

English Mcqs for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, and Pakistan government job tests. Select an option below, then read the explanation.

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5 Jul 2021
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'Paucity' means a small or insufficient quantity of something. Among the options, 'Shortage' closely matches this meaning, making it the correct synonym. 'Abundance' means plenty, which is the opposite, and 'Destitution' refers to extreme poverty, which is related but not synonymous.

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