paltry

/ˈpɑltɹi/adjective

So small or worthless as to be almost meaningless.

Example sentences

“He offered a paltry apology and walked away.”
“The job pays a paltry wage for such long hours.”

Nearly always sits before sums and amounts: a paltry fee, a paltry turnout.

Featured as word of the day on February 18, 2026.

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