What does beggarly mean?
Beggarly means In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible..
Beggarly
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible..
Definitions by Sense
- In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible.
- Fit for a beggar; occasioned by begging.
- (by extension) inadequate or meagre.
- In an indigent, mean, or despicable manner; in the manner of a beggar.
Example Sentences
beggarly fellow
beggarly rags
Beggarly sins, that is, those sins which idleness and beggary usually betray men to; such as lying, flattery, stealing, and dissimulation.
Synonyms for beggarly
Antonyms for beggarly
Related Words
Word Forms
- beggarlier
- beggarliest
- more beggarly
- most beggarly
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for beggarly?
Common synonyms include mean, poor, stingy, ungenerous.
What is the opposite of beggarly?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use beggarly in a sentence?
beggarly fellow
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