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 |
|---|---|
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
| precarious | dependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments |
| erratic | having no fixed course : wandering |
| nomenclature | name |
| appurtenances | accessory objects |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |
| ethereal | of or relating to the regions beyond the earth |
| hilarity | boisterous merriment or laughter |
| suavity | smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated |