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beggarly

The correct spelling is beggarly.

How to pronounce beggarly

adjective

Say it like: Beg-gar-lee

The correct spelling is beggarly. In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible. For example: "beggarly fellow"

Usage Examples

beggarly fellow

beggarly rags

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible.
  2. 2.Fit for a beggar; occasioned by begging.
  3. 3.(by extension) inadequate or meagre.

adverb

  1. 1.In an indigent, mean, or despicable manner; in the manner of a beggar.

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