scarce
01
稀缺的, 不足的
existing in smaller amounts than what is needed
语法信息
形态构成
简单词
性质形容词
最高级
scarcest
比较级
scarcer
可分级
例子
Food supplies grew scarce during the winter months, leading to rationing in some areas.
冬季期间，食物供应变得稀缺，导致一些地区实行配给制。
02
稀有的, 罕见的
present in very limited amounts or number and not commonly found or encountered
例子
The gemstone was so scarce that only a few pieces were ever found.
这种宝石非常稀少，只发现了几块。
scarce
语法信息
例子
He had scarce finished his meal when the phone rang.
他刚吃完饭，电话就响了。
例子
The lights were so dim, she could scarce see her own hand in front of her face.
灯光如此昏暗，她几乎看不见自己面前的手。
词汇树
scarcely
scarceness
scarce
