runty

adjective

Definition of runtynext
as in dwarf

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for runty
  1. dwarf
  2. stunted
  3. tiny
  4. scrubby
  5. teeny
  6. miniature
  7. teensy
  8. bitty
Adjective
  • These semi-dwarf shrubs have a nice, rounded form that maxes out at 4 or 5 feet wide and tall.
    — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • Until then, the two dwarf galaxy siblings will stick together, even if the big brother does continue to pick on the little one.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 7 June 2026
Definition of dwarf
Adjective
  • Let’s demand our politicians provide more support for renewable energy since their point of view appears to be clouded by fossil fuel lobbyists and a stunted vision for the future.
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
  • The plant's entire growth is stunted, and fruit production is poor.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
Definition of stunted
Adjective
  • Legionnaires’ disease is spread by inhaling tiny water droplets contaminated with Legionella bacteria.
    — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 10 July 2026
  • Once your cake is baked and cooled, use the back of a piping tip to cut out tiny circles.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026
Definition of tiny
Adjective
  • Other worthy state parks to check out include Seabranch Preserve State Park, where there are six miles of hiking and biking trails that take visitors through sand pine scrub, scrubby flatwoods, and a mangrove swamp, and Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park, a great spot for birding.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
  • The landscape is baked and scrubby.
    — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 22 May 2026
Definition of scrubby
Adjective
  • For a fun and cheery look, blend different teeny tiny fruits.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 3 July 2026
  • Depending on temperature, the eggs hatch within one to 10 days, becoming teeny, wormlike larvae that feed on desiccated blood that the adult fleas have fed on and pooped out.
    — Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
Definition of teeny
Adjective
  • The sensor also controlled liquid droplets in a miniature fluidic device and directed hair-like flexible structures without software.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
  • The old collection of miniature plastic bottles is gone, replaced by large refillable dispensers.
    — Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of miniature
Adjective
  • The booklouse, which has not been found outdoors in Alaska, feeds on teensy bits of mold that form on formerly living things, including food.
    — Ned Rozell | Alaska Science, Anchorage Daily News, 4 Feb. 2023
  • The dead battery that could’ve ruined my entire trip was instead a teensy, minor annoyance.
    — Eric Ravenscraft, WIRED, 20 Nov. 2022
Definition of teensy
Adjective
  • Start checking the rice after about 15 minutes; the grains should be tender but not mushy, with a slightly firm center that doesn’t leave a chalky or bitty residue between your teeth after tasting.
    — Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026
  • Little-bitty trains coming this way, that way.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 21 Feb. 2026
Definition of bitty
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