Meaning of the word scarce in English

What does scarce mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

scarce

US /skers/
UK /skeəs/
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Adjective

1.

insufficient for the demand

Example:
Food and clean water were becoming scarce.
Jobs are scarce in the current economic climate.
2.

rarely encountered or found

Example:
A good, honest politician is a scarce commodity.
Such opportunities are becoming increasingly scarce.