English Explanatory Dictionary

scanty

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Somewhat less than is needed in amplitude or extent.
  2. Sparing; niggardly; parsimonious; stingy.

Pronunciation

/ˈskænti/ /ˈskeə̯nti/ /ˈskɛə̯nti/ en-us-scanty.ogg

Word forms

scanty scantier scantiest

Etymology

From scant + -y.

Synonyms

skimpy

Related words

meagre scant slender insufficient deficient scarce exiguous

Derived words

scanties scantily scantiness unscanty
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