Select the most appropriate antonym of the 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.

• Copious means large in amount or quantity.
• Plentiful means existing in large quantities.
• Ample means more than enough.