1. in a spare manner; with little flesh; thinly
2. in a frugal or economical manner; scantily
3. in a simple or unadorned manner

Examples

• The old man was sparely built, with narrow shoulders and thin arms.
• The room was sparely furnished with just a bed and a chair.
• She ate sparely, taking only small portions at each meal.
• The cabin was sparely decorated, containing only the essentials.
• He lived sparely, spending money only on necessities.
• The landscape was sparely populated with just a few scattered houses.