meager
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for meager, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Poor or lacking in amount, quality, or extent; barely enough.
Synonyms
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How to use meager
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French maigre, from Latin macer ("thin, lean") — the same root that gives us "emaciated".
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What does “meager” mean?
The word “meager” means poor or lacking in amount, quality, or extent; barely enough. In plain terms, not enough of something — a small, disappointing amount, or a body that's too thin.
How do you pronounce “meager”?
“Meager” is pronounced MEE-guh (/ˈmiɡɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “meager” in a sentence?
Here is “meager” used in a sentence: “The refugees survived on a meager ration of rice and water.”
What part of speech is “meager”?
“Meager” is an adjective.
Where does the word “meager” come from?
The word “meager” comes from Latin. From Old French maigre, from Latin macer ("thin, lean") — the same root that gives us "emaciated".
How many meanings does “meager” have?
“Meager” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: poor or lacking in amount, quality, or extent; barely enough.