thrifty

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thrifty

(adjective)

Meaning

using money and resources wisely

Example

"Her thrifty habits allowed her to save for a new bike."

Synonyms

frugaleconomicalprudent

Antonyms

wastefulextravagant

More about this word

Word origin
From the Old Norse 'þrifinn', meaning to thrive or prosper.
Related word forms
  • noun: thriftiness
  • adverb: thriftily

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