scant

Example:The team performed inadequately in the match, lacking the necessary skills to win.

Definition:not sufficient or adequate; lacking or with a shortage of something essential

Example:The old man had to live off meager resources in his retirement.

Definition:barely sufficient or adequate; very small or limited in size, amount, or degree

Example:The test results were insufficient to draw any conclusions.

Definition:not enough; lacking or less than necessary or adequate

Example:The garden had scanty blooms, despite the farmer's best efforts.

Definition:not plentiful in amount; meager; small in quantity or size

Example:The landlord was niggardly with the heating during the cold winter months.

Definition:showing or characterized by extreme tightness or miserliness, especially with money