scant
/skænt/
Group 8Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Barely sufficient or adequate; meager GRE
Example in Context
The researchers had only scant evidence to support their hypothesis, making the paper's bold conclusions difficult to defend.
Synonyms
littlesparsemeager
Etymology
Indicates a minimal amount, suggesting inadequacy.
- scanty (Old Norse) — meager
Memory Aid
🙅♂️Sounds like “can't”
A person looking at an empty fridge saying 'I CAN'T find anything to eat!' — it's SCANT!
Visual Association
🍽️An empty plate with one lonely pea sitting in the middle, barely enough for a meal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “scant” mean on the GRE?
scant (adjective) means “Barely sufficient or adequate; meager”. The researchers had only scant evidence to support their hypothesis, making the paper's bold conclusions difficult to defend.
How to remember “scant” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “scant” sounds like “can't”. A person looking at an empty fridge saying 'I CAN'T find anything to eat!' — it's SCANT!
What are synonyms for “scant”?
Common synonyms: little, sparse, meager.