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Definition of meager

meager

/ˈmiːɡɚ/
(UK: meagre)
mea · ger
Adverb:meagerly
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meager Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

American Lacking in quantity or quality; inadequate or scanty.

Example

"The family struggled to survive on his meager wages during the economic downturn."

2

American Having little flesh; thin, lean, or emaciated.

Example

"After weeks of illness, his once robust frame had become frail and meager."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Spelled "meager" in American English and "meagre" in British and Commonwealth English.

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• Nearby Words

meadowland
meadowlark
meadowsweet
meager
meagerly
meagerness
meal

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 14th century from Old French maigre, which derives from Latin macer, meaning "lean" or "thin."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Meager. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/meager
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