필요한 양에 비해 물건이나 자원이 모자라거나 부족한 상태
The state of being in short supply or the lack of sufficient resources to meet demand.
예문:
"The global scarcity of clean water has become a critical issue for many developing nations."
"During the war, the scarcity of fuel led to strict rationing across the country."
"The sudden scarcity of semiconductor chips disrupted the entire automotive industry."
매우 드물거나 흔하지 않아 가치가 높은 상태
The quality of being rare or uncommon, which often increases the perceived value of an item.
예문:
"The scarcity of this vintage stamp makes it highly sought after by collectors."
"The scarcity principle explains why limited edition items often command higher prices."