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petty

adjectivegeneral usecommon/mɨʃˈkiɲu/mes·qui·nho

Definition

Lacking in generosity, breadth of view, or moral elevation; mean-spirited, small-minded.

“It was a petty attitude to refuse help.”

“His criticism was petty and unfounded.”

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