Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
niggard
Adjective
/ˈnɪɡ.ərd/
Definition
A person who is stingy or miserly.
Examples
- Despite his wealth, he was known to be a niggard, never willing to donate to charity.
- Her niggardly approach to budgeting left her friends feeling neglected.
- He has a niggard reputation among his peers for not sharing anything.
Meaning
The term ‘niggard’ refers to someone who is reluctant to give or spend, often hoarding their resources and showing a lack of generosity.
Synonyms
- stingy
- miserly
- parsimonious
- tightfisted
