Pittance — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈpi-tᵊn(t)s/ pit·tance

Meaning & Definition of Pittance

Pittance (noun)

  1. a small portion, amount, or allowance; also, a meager wage or remuneration

Pittance (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a very small sum of money

    "the internship offers only a pittance for a salary, but it is a great opportunity to gain experience"

    similar: chicken feed (slang), chump change, dime, hay, mite, peanuts, pin money, shoestring, song, two cents
    related: petty cash, pocket money, spending money
    opposite: big buck(s), boodle, bundle, fortune, king's ransom, megabuck(s), mint, wad
    near: bankroll, capital, funds, means, wherewithal, opulence, pelf, riches, treasure, wealth, heap, pile, pot, bonanza, mine, treasure trove, treasury

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pittance

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pittance:

Slang: chicken feed
chump change, dime, hay, mite, peanuts, pin money, shoestring, song, two cents

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Pittance

Words with the opposite meaning of Pittance:

big buck(s), boodle, bundle, fortune, king's ransom, megabuck(s), mint, wad

Related Words for Pittance

petty cash, pocket money, spending money

Near Antonyms of Pittance

bankroll, capital, funds, means, wherewithal, opulence, pelf, riches, treasure, wealth, heap, pile, pot, bonanza, mine, treasure trove, treasury

Origin & Etymology of Pittance

Middle English pitance, from Anglo-French, piety, pity, dole, portion, from Medieval Latin pietantia, from pietant-, pietans, present participle of pietari to be charitable, from Latin pietas piety pity

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Pittance

What does "Pittance" mean?

"Pittance" means a small portion, amount, or allowance; also, a meager wage or remuneration. As a noun, it is defined as: a small portion, amount, or allowance; also, a meager wage or remuneration.

What is another word for "Pittance"?

Other words for "Pittance" include chicken feed, chump change, dime, hay, mite, peanuts, pin money and shoestring. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pittance" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pittance"?

There are 13 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pittance". Common alternatives include chicken feed, chump change, dime, hay, mite, peanuts, pin money, shoestring, song and two cents.

What is the opposite of "Pittance"?

Antonyms of "Pittance" include big buck(s), boodle, bundle, fortune, king's ransom, megabuck(s), mint and wad. Near antonyms include bankroll, capital, funds and means.

How do you use "Pittance" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pittance" in a sentence: "the internship offers only a pittance for a salary, but it is a great opportunity to gain experience".

Is "Pittance" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Pittance" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Pittance"?

"Pittance" is pronounced /ˈpi-tᵊn(t)s/ and divided into syllables as pit·tance.

What is the origin of the word "Pittance"?

"Pittance" comes from Middle English pitance, from Anglo-French, piety, pity, dole, portion, from Medieval Latin pietantia, from pietant-, pietans, present participle of pietari to be charitable, from Latin pietas piety pity. First known use: 14th century.