Synonyms of meagre

Antonyms of meagre

Collocations of meagre

meagre salary
Frequency: 80 %

Despite working long hours, he only received a meagre salary.

meagre portion
Frequency: 70 %

The restaurant served a meagre portion of food for the price.

meagre resources
Frequency: 65 %

The small village had meagre resources for healthcare.

meagre results
Frequency: 60 %

Despite their efforts, they only achieved meagre results.

meagre diet
Frequency: 50 %

Her meagre diet consisted mainly of rice and beans.

Idiomatic Expressions for meagre

  • Phrase: meagre portion
    Meaning: a small or inadequate amount of something, such as food
    Usage: The prisoners were served a meagre portion of bread and water.