Definition

Having little flesh or fat; thin or lean; lacking in quantity or quality.

Example

The meagre meal left him feeling hungry soon after.

Conversation

I was surprised by how meagrer the portions were at that new restaurant.

Yeah, I expected more food for the price we paid.

Exactly, I thought it would be a generous serving.

Same here! I left feeling a bit hungry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Meagrer is derived from the Old French word *megre*, meaning thin or lean. The word reflects a state of being lacking in substance or fullness.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for thin, *megre*, to remember that 'meagrer' means to be thin or lean.

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