skimpy
adjective
lacking in size, fullness, etc.; scanty.
skimpiest
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superlativeof skimpy.superlative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating the greatest degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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To say he has honored her story, though that’s true, is the skimpiest possible way to look at the achievement of “Dana H.”
From New York Times ● Oct. 17, 2021
This is but the skimpiest sliver of the plot of “A Great Reckoning.”
From Washington Post ● Aug. 31, 2016
Economics, business, society and culture get only the skimpiest treatment.
From Economist ● Feb. 18, 2016
The tra dition of secrecy is stronger than the desire to attract mattress money; European companies commonly report only the skimpiest information about profits or forthcoming products.
From Time Magazine Archive
The little, lop-sided cake at the church supper, the cheapest pincushion, the skimpiest apron at the bazaar, were always Mrs. Archie's contribution.
From The Song of the Lark by Willa Sibert Cather
