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paltry

The correct spelling is paltry.

How to pronounce paltry

/ˈpɑltɹi/
adjective

IPA: /ˈpɑltɹi/

Say it like: Pal-tree

The correct spelling is paltry. Trashy, trivial, of little value. For example: "She made some paltry excuse and left."

Usage Examples

She made some paltry excuse and left.

Could someone hope to survive on such a paltry income?

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Trashy, trivial, of little value.
  2. 2.Of little monetary worth.

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