Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Abundant

Scarce

The most appropriate antonym of the word "abundant" is scarce.

• Abundant means plentiful or plentiful supply of something.
• Scarce means a lack or shortage of something.

The other words are not antonyms of "abundant" because they have different meanings.

• Surplus means an amount of something that is left over after all that is needed has been used.
• Brilliant means very intelligent or clever.
• Rich means having a lot of money or possessions.