miserly

/ˈmaɪ.zə(ɹ).li/

MAꞮ · zə(ɹ) · li (3 syllables)

English Adj Top 48,505
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Definition

Like a miser, very or objectionably cautious with money.

Etymology

From miser + -ly, attested from the 1540s.

Example Sentences

  • "miserly habits"
  • "miserly offer"
  • "He had a miserly attitude toward spending money."
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