Select the correct alternative that is similar in meaning to the word in italics.
Surprisingly, Alaska received scanty rainfall this year ?
A. Rare
B. Heavy
C. Little
D. Scattered
Answer : C. Little
Explanation
- Rare : (of an event, situation, or condition) not occurring very often.
- Heavy : Weight, Difficult to lift or move.
- Little : Small in size, Amount, or Degree (often used to convey an appealing diminutiveness or express an affectionate or condescending attitude)
- Scattered : Throw in various random directions.
- Scanty :Tiny, Small, Paltry, Negligible, Insufficient, Inadequate, Deficient
Synonym of Scanty is Little.
