Paltry

Paltry Definition

Insignificantly small or meager; trivial or worthless in amount or importance.

Used in formal or literary contexts to describe insignificance or triviality, less common in casual speech.

Paltry is an adjective.

Paltry appears in GregMat vocabulary.

Paltry Synonyms

insignificant , meager , minor , petty , trifling

How To Use Paltry In A Sentence

1. He received a paltry sum for his efforts, barely enough to cover expenses.
2. The company's paltry earnings disappointed the shareholders.
3. Despite his paltry contributions, he demanded recognition.
4. She dismissed the proposal as paltry and ineffective.