puny

Meanings

• adjective

  having little strength, power, or size

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Pronunciation

1. /pjuːni/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

newb , rookie , tenderfoot , fresher , freshman , new bug , novi , shadow , junior , underling , vassal

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with puny
bunny , funny , dunny

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Variants

List of all variants of puny that leads to same result
punier , puniest , punily , puniness , puninesses , puny

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally meant 'powerless' in Old English. Derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'punu-' meaning 'weak'.

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. The term 'puny' is often used humorously or derisively.

2. In some contexts, 'puny' can be used as a term of endearment.

3. The word 'puny' is also used in the context of superheroes and villains to describe their physical strength.

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How to Memorize "puny"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, weak person or animal to remember the meaning of puny.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'puny' with words like 'weak', 'powerless', or 'tiny'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'PUNY' to remember the meaning: Powerless, Unable, Nearly, Yielding.

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