1. comparative form of paltry; more insignificant, trivial, or worthless
Usage: comparative form

Examples

• His second offer was even paltrier than the first.
• The paltrier excuse made the situation worse.
• She received a paltrier sum than expected.
• The paltrier portions left everyone hungry.
• His paltrier efforts disappointed his coach.
• The second store had paltrier selection than the first.