What does runty mean?
Runty means Having the characteristics of a runt; small and stunted; diminutive..
Runty
Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective
Meaning
Having the characteristics of a runt; small and stunted; diminutive..
Example Sentences
From the light above us thin shadows flickered and a runty little image of the defiance in front of me fell on to the table. […] The little runt was still singed and groggy […]
Only later did I discover that a runty old almond tree, hidden behind a laburnum, riddled with peach leaf curl, […]
Nopcsa’s dinosaurs were not only runty, but primitive as well.
Synonyms for runty
Antonyms for runty
Related Words
Word Forms
- runtier
- runtiest
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for runty?
Common synonyms include short, puny, little, small.
What is the opposite of runty?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use runty in a sentence?
From the light above us thin shadows flickered and a runty little image of the defiance in front of me fell on to the table. […] The little runt was still singed and groggy […]
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