What does scanted mean?
Scanted means simple past and past participle of scant.
Scanted
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
simple past and past participle of scant.
Definitions by Sense
- simple past and past participle of scant
- (archaic) Diminished; restricted.
Example Sentences
[…] their generations are neither extinct nor scanted, but are as plentiful as any Creatures on the Land.
Subdue desire, and bridle loose delight; / Use scanted diet, and forbeare your fill […]
Synonyms for scanted
Antonyms for scanted
Related Words
Word Forms
- more scanted
- most scanted
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for scanted?
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What is the opposite of scanted?
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How do you use scanted in a sentence?
[…] their generations are neither extinct nor scanted, but are as plentiful as any Creatures on the Land.
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