Synonyms: paltry, miserable, measly
Definition: contemptibly small in amount
Usage: a measly tip; the company donated a miserable $100 for flood relief; a paltry wage; almost depleted his miserable store of dried beans
Similar words: scrimpy, meager, meagerly, meagre, stingy
Definition: deficient in amount or quality or extent
Usage: meager resources; meager fare