scantily
adverb (scantier, scantiest for the adjective «scanty»)
Everyday
In a small amount, not enough or not much; poorly. tree →
In the lessons
in stories a room is scantily lit, or food or cloth is scantily given
Examples
- The room was scantily lit by one small window. tree →
- Wales is scantily represented in the tales. tree →
- The children were scantily dressed in the cold. tree →
Note
nothing for maths
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