skimpy
UK: ˈskɪmpi | US: ˈskɪmpi
adj. 1. (of clothing) revealing or covering very little of the body; scant.
adj. 2. inadequate or insufficient in amount; meager.
The word "skimpy" originates from the verb "skimp," which emerged in the 19th century, meaning "to scrimp or provide sparingly." The suffix "-y" transforms it into an adjective, emphasizing insufficiency or scantiness. Initially used to describe inadequate quantities (e.g., food or money), it later extended to clothing, implying a lack of material coverage. The evolution reflects a logical shift from abstract scarcity to physical minimalism.
She wore a skimpy dress to the beach.
The restaurant served skimpy portions for the high price.
His skimpy explanation left everyone confused.
The budget allocated for the project was skimpy and unrealistic.
Avoid skimpy details when writing a research report.