Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
measly
adjective
/ˈmiːzli/
Definition
Insignificantly small; lacking in size or quality.
Examples
- She earned a measly sum of money for her hard work.
- The measly portion of food left on the plate was not enough to satisfy his hunger.
- Despite his efforts, he only received a measly score on the test.
Meaning
Measly describes something that is very small in amount or quality, often implying disappointment.
Synonyms
- paltry
- insignificant
- tiny
- trivial
- inadequate
