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SPARSE Synonyms

There are 9 synonyms of the word sparse. (exact relations)
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sparsely sparsity sparingly

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	few					adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
	adjective • a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by `a'; a small but indefinite number noun • a small elite group
	insubstantial					adjectiveadj
	adjective • lacking material form or substance; unreal adjective satellite • lacking in nutritive value • lacking solidity or strength
	limited					adjectiveadj
	adjective • small in range or scope noun • public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops adjective satellite • subject to limits or subjected to limits • including only a part • mediocre • not excessive • having a specific function or scope • not unlimited
	meager					adjectiveadj
	adjective • deficient in amount or quality or extent
	scant					verb, adjectivev, adj
	adjective satellite • less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so verb • work hastily or carelessly; deal with inadequately and superficially • limit in quality or quantity • supply sparingly and with restricted quantities
	scarce					adjectiveadj
	adjective • deficient in quantity or number compared with the demand adverb • only a very short time before • almost not
	thin					adjectiveadj
	adjective • of relatively small extent from one surface to the opposite or in cross section • lacking excess flesh • relatively thin in consistency or low in density; not viscous • (of sound) lacking resonance or volume adverb • without viscosity adjective satellite • very narrow • not dense • lacking spirit or sincere effort • lacking substance or significance verb • lose thickness; become thin or thinner • make thin or thinner • lessen the strength or flavor of a solution or mixture • take off weight
	insufficient					adjectiveadj
	adjective • of a quantity not able to fulfill a need or requirement
	paltry					adjectiveadj
	adjective satellite • not worth considering • contemptibly small in amount

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