meagre

adjective14 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.5

A very small and insufficient amount of money received, especially on a regular basis. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A small and unsatisfying meal. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small and insufficient salary from employment. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

To earn just enough money to live on. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small amount of money gained from work or investments. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very low hourly or weekly payment for work. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small regular payment made during a person's retirement. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small and insufficient amount of something that is needed. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small amount of money given regularly, for example to a child. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

Very few resources, such as money, skills, or natural materials. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small profit from an investment. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A very small fixed amount of a commodity officially allowed to each person. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

A difficult life with very little money or comfort. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.

Very few personal possessions. 'meager' is the common spelling in American English.