paucity
Significado: An insufficiency or scarcity of something; the presence of something in only small or inadequate quantities.
Paucity is a formal, almost exclusively written word that means a notable lack or shortage. It is nearly always followed by 'of' — 'a paucity of evidence,' 'a paucity of talent.' It implies that the scarcity is a problem or deficiency, not merely an absence. The word is common in academic writing, policy documents, and literary criticism. It is more precise and elevated than 'lack' or 'shortage.'
Ejemplos
- The paucity of affordable housing in the capital has reached crisis proportions. 首都经济适用房的匮乏已达到危机程度。La paucidad de vivienda asequible en la capital ha alcanzado proporciones de crisis.首都における手頃な住宅の不足は、危機的水準に達している。수도의 저렴한 주택 부족은 위기 수준에 도달했다.
- Researchers noted a paucity of reliable data on the long-term effects of the treatment. 研究人员注意到关于该治疗长期效果的可靠数据严重不足。Los investigadores señalaron una paucidad de datos fiables sobre los efectos a largo plazo del tratamiento.研究者たちは、その治療の長期的効果に関する信頼できるデータの乏しさを指摘した。연구자들은 해당 치료의 장기적 효과에 관한 신뢰할 수 있는 데이터의 부족을 지적했다.
- The paucity of female representation on corporate boards remains a persistent concern. 企业董事会中女性代表的匮乏仍然是一个持续存在的问题。La paucidad de representación femenina en los consejos de administración sigue siendo una preocupación persistente.企業の取締役会における女性の代表性の欠如は、根強い懸念事項であり続けている。기업 이사회에서의 여성 대표성 결여는 지속적인 우려 사항으로 남아 있다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: academic, journalism
Tono: critical
Origen e historia
From Latin paucitas (fewness, scarcity), from paucus (few, little). Entered English in the late 14th century via Old French.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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