Question

Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given words
DEARTH
a) Extravagance
 b) Scarcity
c) Abundance
d) Collection

Answer 1

Hint:The dictionary meaning of the given word- dearth is : scarcity or lack of something. It is a valid Scrabble word.

Complete answer:
Some forms of dearth have been used to describe things that are in short supply since at least the 13th century when it is often referred to as a shortage of food. For example, there is a dearth of evidence.
Now, let us examine all the options, to find out the correct answer :
Option 'a' is Extravagance. Extravagance means a lack of restraint in spending money or using resources. It also sometimes means excessive elaboration. For example His reckless extravagance with other people's money.
Option 'b' is Scarcity. Scarcity means the state of being scarce or in short supply or storage. For example a time of scarcity.
Option 'c' is Abundance. Abundance means an extremely plentiful or over-sufficient in quantity or supply. For example The tropical island boasts an abundance of wildlife.
Option 'd' is a collection. The collection is the action or process of gathering someone or something. For example: the collection of data.
As we know the meanings of the given options, we can easily figure out the answer. We are asked to give an opposite word of the given word, Dearth. The opposite of dearth is abundance. Hence, the correct answer is option 'c' abundance.

Note:
To have something in abundance is to have more than you need, when comparing this with other options, only option 'c' is exactly opposite to the given word.