Dearth

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of dearth

scarcity
shortage
paucity

Antonyms of dearth

abundance
plenty
surplus

Collocations of dearth

dearth of food
Frequency: 80 %

The famine was caused by a dearth of food in the region.

dearth of resources
Frequency: 70 %

The project failed due to a dearth of resources.

dearth of opportunities
Frequency: 60 %

The small town suffered from a dearth of opportunities for its youth.

dearth of information
Frequency: 50 %

The investigation was hindered by a dearth of information.

dearth of communication
Frequency: 45 %

The conflict escalated due to a dearth of communication between the two parties.

Idiomatic Expressions for dearth

  • Phrase: a dearth of information
    Meaning: a lack of information
    Usage: The report was criticized for its dearth of information.