runty Meaning & Definition
ˈrənt
What Does Runty Mean?
Runty is a noun that means a hardened stalk or stem of a plant. It is also used to mean an animal unusually small of its kind.
Runty: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈrənt/ |
| Synonyms | short, puny and little |
| Antonyms | behemoth, colossus and giant |
| First known use | 1602 |
Runty Definition (Noun)
- a hardened stalk or stem of a plant
- an animal unusually small of its kind
- the smallest of a litter of pigs
- a person of small stature
Synonyms of Runty
Runty synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Runty
Runty in a Sentence
one kitten was definitely the runt, weighing only six ounces at birth
Word Forms & Grammar
runt·i·ness noun
runt·ish adjective
runty adjective
runt
runtier
runtiest
runtiness
runtinesses
runtish
runts
runty
runty (comparative runtier, superlative runtiest)
Words That Rhyme With Runty
Origin of Runty
Origin 1: origin unknown
Origin 2: From runt + -y.
First Known Use
1602
Frequently Asked Questions About Runty
What part of speech is runty?
Runty is a noun.
What is another word for runty?
Words with a similar meaning to runty include short, puny and little. See the full list of runty synonyms and antonyms.