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PALTRY

inferior

The meaning of the word paltry is inferior.

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WordMeaning
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
coevalof the same or equal age, antiquity, or duration
irrepressibleimpossible to repress, restrain, or control
ebbthe reflux of the tide toward the sea
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
compressto press or squeeze together
mannerismexaggerated or affected (see affected