runt Synonyms
runt Meaning
runt (n)
disparaging terms for small people
runt (a.)
Any animal which is unusually small, as compared with others of its kind; -- applied particularly to domestic animals.
A variety of domestic pigeon, related to the barb and carrier.
A dwarf; also, a mean, despicable, boorish person; -- used opprobriously.
The dead stump of a tree; also, the stem of a plant.
runt Sentence Examples
- The runt of the litter often faces difficulties due to its diminutive size.
- The kitten was the runt, but it grew into a healthy and strong cat.
- Despite being the runt, the mouse exhibited surprising courage and determination.
- The smallest and weakest offspring in a group is often referred to as the runt.
- The runt of the soccer team was given a chance to prove himself and he excelled.
- The sickly runt was taken to the veterinarian for special care.
- The runt sheep struggled to keep up with the rest of the herd.
- The runt piglet was carefully nursed back to health by the farmer.
- The runt of the class was underestimated but proved to be a brilliant student.
- The runt dog was often picked on, but it had a loyal and protective heart.
FAQs About the word runt
disparaging terms for small peopleAny animal which is unusually small, as compared with others of its kind; -- applied particularly to domestic animals., A vari
diminutive, dwarf, shrimp, peewee,pigmy, mite, pygmy, midget, scrub, mini
behemoth, giant,giant, mammoth, mammoth, jumbo, colossus, behemoth, colossus, monster
The runt of the litter often faces difficulties due to its diminutive size.
The kitten was the runt, but it grew into a healthy and strong cat.
Despite being the runt, the mouse exhibited surprising courage and determination.
The smallest and weakest offspring in a group is often referred to as the runt.
