GRE Word List

SCANTY

limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent

The meaning of the word scanty is limited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent.

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WordMeaning
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
cruxa puzzling or difficult problem : an unsolved question
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
insatiableincapable of being satisfied : quenchless
primethe second of the canonical hours
impecunioushaving very little or no money usually habitually : penniless