Skimpy

/ˈskɪm.pi/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Small in size, amount, or extent; insufficient.

The portions at the restaurant were skimpy, leaving us still hungry after the meal.

Lacking in fullness or richness; thin.

She wore a skimpy dress that revealed more than it covered during the summer party.

Scanty or meager in resources or provisions.

The skimpy budget made it difficult for the team to complete their project.

Early 20th century from the word 'skinny', possibly influenced by 'skim'.

skimpy on details

lacking sufficient information or detail.

skimpy clothing

clothing that is revealing or minimal in coverage.

a skimpy supply

a supply that is insufficient or barely meets requirements.

scant

barely adequate in amount.

thin

having little flesh or fat; frail.

sparce

thinly scattered or distributed.

Referring to clothing that is revealing or minimal.

Her outfit was so skimpy that it turned heads at the party.

Describing a meal that is not filling.

That restaurant is known for their skimpy portions.