also: ともしい
i-adjective
Describes a shortage of resources, money, talent, or abstract qualities. Often used with nouns like 資源, 才能, 経験, or 生活.
この地域は水資源が乏しい。
This region is scarce in water resources.
He lacks experience, but he has plenty of motivation.
乏しい収入で家族を養うのは大変だ。
It's hard to support a family on a meager income.