stunted

/ˈstʌntɪd/
adjective
  1. Prevented from growing or developing to the normal size or level.
    • The company's expansion was stunted by a lack of investment.
    • Years of poor nutrition left the child with stunted growth.
    • The tree was stunted because it didn't get enough sunlight.
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