Runty (adjective)

1. Small and poorly developed.
2. Inferior in size or quality.

Origin:

The word "runty" is derived from the middle english word "runt", which means a small or inferior animal. the word "runt" is also thought to come from the old english word "runta" meaning a weak animal.

Examples:

1. The runty puppy was the last one left at the pet store.
2. The runty apple was too small to be sold at the market.
3. He was a runty little boy with a big attitude.
4. The runty tomato plant was not producing any fruit.
5. The runty tree was not tall enough to provide shade.