Which of the following words is closest in meaning to “Paucity”?

Paucity means scarcity; a small amount.

• Correct answer - scarcity: it has the same meaning as Paucity.
• abundance: plenty - wrong, it does not mean the same as Paucity.
• richness: wealth or fullness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Paucity.
• honesty: truthfulness - wrong, it does not mean the same as Paucity.