Miserly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmaɪ.zə(ɹ).li/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Miserly is an adjective meaning Like a miser, very or objectionably cautious with money.
Meaning
Like a miser, very or objectionably cautious with money.
Example Sentences
miserly offer
miserly habits
He had a miserly attitude toward spending money.
They lived under miserly conditions despite their wealth.
Synonyms for miserly
Depending on context, synonyms include cheap, cheeseparing, chintzy, close, close-fisted, illiberal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include stingy, mingy, ungenerous, small, little, tight.
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