beggarly

Meanings

Adjective

  • In the manner of a beggar; poverty-stricken; mean; poor; contemptible.
  • Fit for a beggar; occasioned by begging.
  • inadequate or meagre.

Adverb

  • In an indigent, mean, or despicable manner; in the manner of a beggar.

Origin

Modern English dictionary

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