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meager

adjective

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Meaning

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Lacking in quantity or quality; small, insufficient, or unsatisfactory.

Example Sentence

The hikers had only a meager supply of food and water for the long journey.

Usage Note

Use to describe something that is too small or not enough, often in a disappointing way, such as a meager salary, meager portions, or meager progress.