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scant Definition and Meaning in English (scant definition)

adjective
Synonyms:meagersparseinsufficient
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Scant definition: Describing something that is barely sufficient or adequate, often implying a deficiency in quantity or amount.

Definitions of Scant

  1. 1adjective

    Describing something that is barely sufficient or adequate, often implying a deficiency in quantity or amount.

Example Sentences

casual

“The team received scant praise for their efforts despite working hard.”

formal

“There was scant evidence to support his claim.”

casual

“They had scant regard for the rules.”

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nounscantness
adverbscantily

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Scant definition: Describing something that is barely sufficient or adequate, often implying a deficiency in quantity or amount.
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