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Definition of Puny
1. Adjective. Inferior in strength or significance. "Puny excuses"
2. Adjective. (used especially of persons) of inferior size.
Exact synonyms: Runty, Shrimpy
Similar to: Little, Small
Derivative terms: Puniness, Runt, Runtiness, Shrimp
Similar to: Little, Small
Derivative terms: Puniness, Runt, Runtiness, Shrimp
Definition of Puny
1. a. Imperfectly developed in size or vigor; small and feeble; inferior; petty.
2. n. A youth; a novice.
Definition of Puny
1. Noun. (obsolete) A new pupil at a school etc.; a junior student. ¹
2. Noun. (obsolete) A younger person. ¹
3. Noun. (obsolete) A beginner, a novice. ¹
4. Noun. (archaic) An inferior person; a subordinate. ¹
5. Adjective. Of inferior size, strength or significance. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Puny
1. of inferior size, strength, or significance [adj PUNIER, PUNIEST]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Puny
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