dearth
0 antonyms and opposites of dearth, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A serious shortage or scarcity of something.
How to use dearth
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English roots related to dear (in the sense of "costly"), reflecting how scarcity drives prices up.
Full origin of dearth →Frequently asked questions
What does “dearth” mean?
The word “dearth” means a serious shortage or scarcity of something. In plain terms, a shortage — not enough of something to go around.
How do you pronounce “dearth”?
“Dearth” is pronounced durth (/dɝθ/ in IPA).
How do you use “dearth” in a sentence?
Here is “dearth” used in a sentence: “There is a dearth of affordable housing in the city.”
What part of speech is “dearth”?
“Dearth” is a noun.
Where does the word “dearth” come from?
The word “dearth” comes from Old English. From Old English roots related to dear (in the sense of "costly"), reflecting how scarcity drives prices up.