Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
measliness
noun
/ˈmiːz.lɪ.nəs/
Definition
The quality of being stingy or excessively frugal; an unwillingness to spend money.
Examples
- Her measliness was evident when she refused to donate to charity despite her wealth.
- The company’s measliness in employee benefits led to low morale among staff.
- He was criticized for his measliness, as he would always try to find the cheapest option even for essential items.
Meaning
Measliness refers to a person’s tendency to be miserly or cheap, often to an extent that is considered unreasonable or socially unacceptable.
Synonyms
- stinginess
- miserliness
- frugality
- penuriousness
