Definition

Referring to something that is of low value or worth sixpence.

Example

The sixpenny book was not very popular among collectors.

Conversation

I found this sixpenny book at the thrift store today.

That's cool! Are you going to read it?

Yeah, I thought it might be interesting, even if it's a bit sixpenny.

Sometimes those cheap finds turn out to be amazing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sixpenny → The word is formed from "six" (from Old English "siex", meaning the number 6) and "penny" (from Old English "pening", meaning a coin or unit of currency). The term "sixpenny" refers to something that costs six pennies or is worth six pennies.

Memory Tip

Think of the number 'six' combined with 'penny' to remember that 'sixpenny' means something that costs six pennies.

Visually Confused Words