adj. Function: adjective
1
Synonyms: LEAN , angular, bony, gaunt, lank, lanky, rawboned, scraggy, scrawny, skinny
2 being smaller than what is normal, necessary, or desirable FF1C; the remains of dinner provided only a meager meal that evening FF1E;
Synonyms: exiguous, poor, scant, scanty, scrimp, scrimpy, skimp, skimpy, spare, sparse; compare SHORT 3
Related Words: deficient, inadequate, insufficient; inappreciable, inconsiderable, slight; bare, mere, minimum; miserable, shabby
Contrasted Words: adequate, enough, sufficient; appreciable, considerable; copious, plentiful
Antonyms: ample