Definitions and Examples of sparingly, scarcely
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
In small amounts; not using more than is necessary.
Example
She used the spices sparingly to avoid overpowering the dish.
Almost not at all; hardly; very little.
Example
He scarcely had any money left after paying his bills.
Key Differences: sparingly vs scarcely
- 1Sparingly implies using something in small amounts, while richly implies using something in large amounts.
- 2Scarcely implies almost not at all or very little, while richly implies an abundance or plentifulness of something.
Effective Usage of sparingly, scarcely
- 1Cooking: Use sparingly when adding strong flavors to a dish.
- 2Money: Use scarcely when describing a lack of funds or resources.
- 3Description: Use richly when describing something that is abundant or plentiful.
Remember this!
The antonyms of richly are sparingly and scarcely. Use sparingly when describing small amounts or using something in moderation. Use scarcely when describing a lack of something or very little of it. Use richly when describing something that is abundant or plentiful.