Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exiguous

adjective
/ɪɡˈzɪɡ.ju.əs/
Definition
very small in size or amount; scanty.
Examples
  • Despite his exiguous resources, he managed to complete the project on time.
  • The exiguous details in her report made it difficult to grasp the main ideas.
  • They provided only exiguous evidence to support their claims.
Meaning
The term ‘exiguous’ describes something that is so limited or sparse that it barely meets the requirements.
Synonyms
  • scant
  • meager
  • insufficient
  • limited
  • trivial