noun as in strong fondness

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scarcity, deficiency, shortage

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Example Sentences

Example:Due to the drought, there was scarcity of water in the region.

Definition:A state of being in short supply

From scarcity

Example:The garden lacked nourishment due to a deficiency of water.

Definition:The state of being inadequate or insufficient

From deficiency

Example:The company experienced a shortage of materials for the production line.

Definition:A situation that exists when the available supply is less than the demand

From shortage