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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| effluvium | an invisible emanation |
| provident | frugal |
| resort | one that affords aid or refuge : resource |
| deport | to send out of the country by legal deportation |
| diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
| conduit | a natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed |
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
| propitiate | to gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease |
| rickety | affected with rickets |
| muster | a representative specimen (see specimen |