Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
niggardly
Adjective
/ˈnɪɡərdli/
Definition
Stingy or reluctant to give or spend.
Examples
- Despite his wealth, he lived a niggardly lifestyle, rarely indulging in luxuries.
- The niggardly donation from the corporation was disappointing to the charity.
Meaning
The term describes someone who is not generous with money or resources, often to the point of being miserly.
Synonyms
- stingy
- miserly
- parsimonious
- tight-fisted
