Frugal
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɹuːɡəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Frugal is an adjective meaning (of money and consumable goods): Careful or wise in expenditure; avoiding waste.
Meaning
(of money and consumable goods): Careful or wise in expenditure; avoiding waste.
More Meanings
- (of food and supplies): Obtained by or characterized by frugality.
Example Sentences
frugal advice
frugal breakfast
frugal fortune; frugal fare
[…] a frugal meal, which consisted of roots and tea,[…]
Synonyms for frugal
Depending on context, synonyms include cheap, economical, thrifty, abstemious, canny, chary.
Antonyms for frugal
Common opposites include extravagant, lavish, prodigal, spendthrift, simple.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include economical, sparing, thrifty, stinting, scotch, rigorous.
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