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insufficient

Definitions

adjective

  1. of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement

Examples

However, physical appearance and intellect are insufficient foundation for effective long-lasting relationships.

There are other claims that are perhaps insufficiently established.

Cops said there was insufficient evidence and the case was dropped in February.

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scanty

Definitions

noun

  1. short underpants for women or children (usually used in the plural)

adjective

  1. lacking in magnitude or quantity
  2. (of clothing) revealing the body

Examples

The scanty grasses were long ago turned into sun-cured hay by the fierce summer heats.

I can't get along on my scanty pay.

His scanty remarks are limited to generalities.

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