pennyworth (Meaning)

Wordnet

pennyworth (n)

the amount that can be bought for a penny

Webster

pennyworth (n.)

A penny's worth; as much as may be bought for a penny.

Hence: The full value of one's penny expended; due return for money laid out; a good bargain; a bargain.

A small quantity; a trifle.

pennyworth Sentence Examples

  1. The antique shop offered a pennyworth of rare coins for a mere pittance.
  2. Even a pennyworth of wisdom can be invaluable in difficult times.
  3. The lemonade stand sold a pennyworth of sugary bliss for a summer's afternoon.
  4. A pennyworth of salt was all it took to transform the bland dish into a culinary delight.
  5. The street performer earned a pennyworth of appreciation for their captivating performance.
  6. The elderly woman scrimped and saved every pennyworth, ensuring a modest future.
  7. A pennyworth of courage could make all the difference in overcoming a challenge.
  8. The charity collected a pennyworth of donations from generous passersby.
  9. A pennyworth of hope was all that kept the young artist going during lean times.
  10. The humble pennyworth served as a reminder that even the smallest of things can hold great significance.

FAQs About the word pennyworth

the amount that can be bought for a pennyA penny's worth; as much as may be bought for a penny., Hence: The full value of one's penny expended; due return for m

buy,bargain, steal, deal, snip,gift, premium, clearance, freebee, boon

markup, gouging, gouging,overcharge, luxury, soaking, soaking, surcharge, overcharge, luxury

The antique shop offered a pennyworth of rare coins for a mere pittance.

Even a pennyworth of wisdom can be invaluable in difficult times.

The lemonade stand sold a pennyworth of sugary bliss for a summer's afternoon.

A pennyworth of salt was all it took to transform the bland dish into a culinary delight.