Level900
noun (名詞)
Dearth
不足、欠乏
💡 Usage & Nuance:
TOEICでは、特定の資源、人材、情報などの「不足」を表現する際に使われる、ややフォーマルな単語です。主にPart 7の読解問題で登場しえます。
🔄 Paraphrase & Synonyms
scarcity
lack
shortage
📝 Business Examples
There is a dearth of skilled workers in the manufacturing sector.
製造業には熟練労働者が不足している。
Part 5 Practice Quiz
Verify your vocabulary strength for "Dearth"
A _______ of qualified applicants made it difficult to fill the position.
🎉 正解 / Correct!
解説: 資格のある応募者の不足が、その職を埋めるのを困難にした、が自然です。
English: A lack of suitable candidates made staffing the role challenging.
English: A lack of suitable candidates made staffing the role challenging.
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