Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Petty.
How to pronounce petty:
US
Petty - as a noun
Larceny of property having a value less than some amount (the amount varies by locale)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
petit larcenypetty larcenyPetty - as an adjective satellite
Inferior in rank or status
Example: "A lowly corporal"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
junior-gradelower-rankinglowlysecondarysubaltern(informal) small and of little importance
Example: "A fiddling sum of money"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fiddlingfootlinglilliputianlittlenigglingpicayunepiddlingpifflingtrivialContemptibly narrow in outlook
Example: "Petty little comments"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
small-mindedPetty - as an adjective
Little, small, secondary in rank or importance.
Insignificant, trifling, or inconsiderable.
Example: "A petty fault"
Narrow-minded, small-minded.
Begrudging in nature, especially over insignificant matters.
Example: "That corporation is only slightly pettier than they are greedy, and they are overdue to reap the consequences."
Example Sentences
"She complained about petty things like dirty dishes and unmade beds."
"The petty argument between siblings escalated into a full-blown fight."
"He resorted to petty theft to support his drug habit."
"The company's petty cash fund is used for small, everyday expenses."
"Don't waste your time on petty gossip."
Word Game Points
Is PETTY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, petty is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PETTY has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is PETTY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, petty is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPETTY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is PETTY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, petty is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPETTY has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
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