Scanty

Pronunciation: /ˈskænti/

Definitions of scanty

adjective having a small or insufficient amount; meager or minimal

Example Sentences

A1 She only had a scanty amount of money in her wallet.

A2 The information provided was scanty and not very detailed.

B1 The hotel offered a scanty breakfast with just a few options.

B2 The evidence against the suspect was scanty and inconclusive.

C1 The researcher's findings were based on scanty data and required further analysis.

C2 The journalist criticized the article for its scanty research and lack of depth.

Examples of scanty in a Sentence

formal Her scanty knowledge of the subject was evident during the presentation.

informal I only have scanty details about the event, but I'll try to fill you in.

slang I can't believe you're wearing such a scanty outfit to the party!

figurative The evidence against him was scanty at best, but they still decided to press charges.

Grammatical Forms of scanty

• past tense: scantied
• plural: scanties
• comparative: scantier
• superlative: scantiest
• present tense: scanties
• future tense: will scanty
• perfect tense: have scantied
• continuous tense: is scantying
• singular: scanty
• positive degree: scanty
• infinitive: to scanty
• gerund: scantying
• participle: scantied

Origin and Evolution of scanty

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'scanty' originated from the Old French word 'escanté' meaning 'deficient' or 'scarce'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'scanty' has evolved to also mean 'limited in quantity' or 'barely sufficient'.