GRE Word List

PAUCITY

smallness of number : fewness

The meaning of the word paucity is smallness of number : fewness.

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WordMeaning
exegesisexposition
archivesa place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are preserved
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
derideto laugh at or insult contemptuously
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
anthropologistthe science of human beings
reprobationthe act of reprobating : the state of being reprobated
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
conversanthaving knowledge or experience
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance