Choose the antonym of SCARCE.

## The reasoning An **antonym** is a word with the *opposite* meaning. "Scarce" means something is hard to find, in short supply, or not enough to go around. Think of water during a drought — it's scarce. The opposite of "not enough" is "**more than enough**" or "abundant." That's exactly what **Plentiful** means — existing in large quantities, readily available. So: Scarce ↔ Plentiful (opposites) ## Why the wrong options tempt you **A) Rare** — This is a *synonym* (same meaning) of scarce, not an antonym. Both mean "uncommon." **C) Few** — Another synonym. "Few" describes a small number, just like "scarce." **D) Limited** — Still means "restricted in quantity" — that's the same idea as scarce, not opposite. All three wrong answers actually *support* the meaning of scarce instead of opposing it. The examiners know students rush and might pick the first word that "sounds related." ## Quick takeaway **Antonym = opposite direction.** If the word means "too little," find the one that means "too much." Plentiful is your answer every time scarce appears.