Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word that has a similar meaning to the given word.

Dearth

  1. Scarcity

  2. Distress

  3. Agreement

  4. Honesty
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Explanation

Dearth means a scarcity or lack of something, particularly referring to an inadequate supply or shortage. The word is often used in contexts like 'dearth of resources' or 'dearth of evidence'. 'Scarcity' is the closest synonym, while distress relates to suffering, agreement to harmony, and honesty to truthfulness.

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