meagerly

[ˈmiːɡəli]

meagerly Definition

  • 1in a way that is unsatisfactorily small or insufficient; to a small degree
  • 2in a way that shows a lack of enthusiasm or interest

Using meagerly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "meagerly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company meagerly compensated its employees for their hard work.

  • Example

    She meagerly ate her dinner, not feeling very hungry.

  • Example

    He meagerly thanked his friend for the gift, showing little enthusiasm.

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Summary: meagerly in Brief

The adverb 'meagerly' [ˈmiːɡəli] describes something that is insufficient or lacking in enthusiasm. It can be used to describe compensation, appetite, or gratitude, as in 'The company meagerly compensated its employees for their hard work.'