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Petty

noun
/ˈpɛti/
Word Frequency: 6.4

Definitions

1.noun(usually in the plural) A little schoolboy, either in grade or size.
2.nounA class or school for young schoolboys.
3.nounAn outhouse: an outbuilding used as a lavatory.
4.adjectiveLittle, small, secondary in rank or importance.
5.adjectiveInsignificant, trifling, or inconsiderable.
"a petty fault"
6.adjectiveNarrow-minded, small-minded.
7.adjectiveBegrudging in nature, especially over insignificant matters.
"That corporation is only slightly pettier than they are greedy, and they are overdue to reap the consequences."

Synonyms

petty formABCpetty schoolgrudgefulgrudgingpiddlingunimportanttrivialpifflinginferiorsmalllowly

Antonyms

broad-minded

Rhymes With

jettyfrettyspaghetticonfettinettycappellettisetaedetty
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