Exiguous

Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzɪɡjuəs/

Definitions of exiguous

adjective very small in size or amount; scanty

Example Sentences

A1 The exiguous amount of food left in the fridge was not enough for dinner.

A2 She lived in an exiguous apartment with only a small bed and a table.

B1 The exiguous budget for the project made it difficult to achieve all the goals.

B2 Despite the exiguous resources available, they were able to complete the task successfully.

C1 The exiguous size of the room made it challenging to fit all the furniture.

C2 The exiguous details provided in the report left many questions unanswered.

Examples of exiguous in a Sentence

formal The exiguous amount of funds allocated to the project hindered its progress.

informal I can't believe the exiguous turnout at the event last night.

slang The party was a total flop - the exiguous vibe killed the mood.

figurative Her exiguous presence in the room made it feel empty despite the crowded space.

Grammatical Forms of exiguous

• past tense: exiguated
• plural: exiguouses
• comparative: more exiguous
• superlative: most exiguous
• present tense: exiguates
• future tense: will exiguate
• perfect tense: has exiguated
• continuous tense: is exiguating
• singular: exiguous
• positive degree: exiguous
• infinitive: to exiguate
• gerund: exiguating
• participle: exiguated

Origin and Evolution of exiguous

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'exiguous' originated from the Latin word 'exiguus' meaning 'scanty' or 'small'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'exiguous' has retained its original meaning of being small or scanty, but has also come to be used in a more formal or literary context to describe something that is meager or inadequate.