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BEGGARLY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Beggarly.

Beggarly - as an adjective satellite

Marked by poverty befitting a beggar

Example: "A beggarly existence in the slums"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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(used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Beggarly - as an adjective

In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible.

Example: "Beggarly fellow"

Fit for a beggar; occasioned by begging.

Example: "Beggarly rags"

(by extension) inadequate or meagre.

Beggarly - as an adverb

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

Example Sentences

"His salary was so beggarly that he struggled to make ends meet."
"She lived in a small, beggarly apartment in the outskirts of town."
"The beggarly conditions in the refugee camp were heart-wrenching."
"Despite their beggarly appearance, the street performers were incredibly talented."
"He left his beggarly job and started his own successful business."
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Word Game Points

Is BEGGARLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, beggarly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

BEGGARLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is BEGGARLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, beggarly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
BEGGARLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is BEGGARLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, beggarly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
BEGGARLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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