SAT vocabulary
Pittance
A very small or inadequate amount of money paid to someone as an allowance or wage.
Example
"Despite working long hours, he only earned a pittance for his efforts."
Etymology
From Old French 'pitance' meaning 'pity, compassion,' later 'a charitable donation or allowance'.
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