Economical
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌiː.kəˈnɒm.ɪ.kəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Economical is an adjective meaning Careful with money so as not to spend too much; prudent; thrifty.
Meaning
Careful with money so as not to spend too much; prudent; thrifty.
More Meanings
- Saving money or resources.
- (cricket) Having a low economy rate.
- (dated) Relating to economy in any other sense.
Example Sentences
Doctor in Economical Sciences.
He was an economical person by nature.
The new, eco-friendly bicycle was an economical purchase.
In economical science, value and the power of producing value are taken into consideration.
Word Forms
- economicall
Synonyms for economical
Depending on context, synonyms include abstemious, penny-pinching, sparing, canny, chary, moderate.
Antonyms for economical
Common opposites include expensive.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include sparing, thrifty, frugal, stinting, efficient, scotch.
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