Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
meagre-salary
noun
/ˈmiːɡə/ /ˈsæləri/
Definition
A meagre salary refers to a salary that is insufficient or not enough to meet basic needs or expectations.
Examples
- Despite working long hours, she received a meagre salary that barely covered her rent.
- The employees protested against their meagre salaries, demanding fair compensation.
- Many graduates find themselves starting their careers with a meagre salary that does not reflect their education.
Meaning
The term suggests that the income earned from a job is low and often struggles to cover living expenses.
Synonyms
- insufficient income
- low wage
- scanty remuneration
- paltry pay
