HealthJuly 18, 2026
paucity
/ˈpɔːsɪti/
Definition
The presence of something in insufficient, inadequate, or very small amounts.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'paucitas' (meaning fewness), which comes from the root 'paucus' (meaning few). It entered English in the late 15th century to describe a lack of quantity.
In the news
The author uses the word to criticize the lack of sufficient AI safety measures provided by tech companies. He suggests that AI developers will eventually face consequences for this shortage of rigorous protections.
Heralding The Minimal Clinically Important Difference When AI Is Used For Human Mental Health
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