Synonyms for

Paltry

Verb / ˈpɔ:ltri: / Another word for paltry — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

very small or almost nothing; not worth considering

Synonyms & similar words

measly trifling miserable negligible meager insignificant trivial petty minor inconsequential negligible poor mean small pitiful pathetic measly miserable worthless little scanty sparse unimportant inadequate

Example sentences

  1. She received a paltry sum for her hard work.
  2. I was disappointed with the paltry amount of candy I received on Halloween.
  3. The company offered a paltry salary for the demanding job.
  4. His efforts to apologize were met with paltry responses.
  5. The village had a paltry population of only 100 people.

Quotes

  • The paltry possessions of the rich are stolen property.
  • What a paltry government, that is afraid of laughter.
  • The most paltry of all donations is that of a dead man's eyes.

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