Definition

Very small in amount or size; lacking in quantity.

Example

The exiguous resources made it difficult for the team to complete the project.

Conversation

Have you seen the budget for the project?

Yeah, it's pretty exiguous, isn't it?

I didn't expect it to be that limited.

Me neither, we might need to get creative with our resources.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exiguous → It is formed from "exiguus" (Latin, meaning small or scanty) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or having the quality of). The word "exiguous" means having little or no quantity; scanty.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'small' or 'scanty' — 'exiguous' describes something that is lacking in quantity.

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