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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| belligerent | inclined to or exhibiting assertiveness, hostility, or combativeness |
| prance | to spring from the hind legs or move by so doing |
| ghastly | terrifyingly horrible to the senses : frightening |
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| hirsute | hairy |
| besmirch | to cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully |
| annals | a record of events arranged in yearly sequence |