parsimonious

Definition

Exhibiting parsimony; sparing in the expenditure of money; frugal, possibly to excess.

Etymology

From parsimony + -ious.

Example Sentences

• "He was regular in his habits, parsimonious, and industrious; but he lacked all talent needed at the bar—he had neither address, nor eloquence, nor ingenuity."
• "Our fathers would have an economical government, even if grand people called it a parsimonious one, and taxes should be no greater than were absolutely necessary to pay for such a government."
• "The first three college-savings plans stand out for their parsimonious expenses […]"