Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scrooge
noun
/skruːdʒ/
Definition
A person who is stingy or miserly, especially in relation to money.
Examples
- Despite his wealth, he is such a scrooge that he never donates to charity.
- He’s always looking for a bargain and hates spending money—such a scrooge!
Meaning
Often refers to someone who is reluctant to spend money or share wealth, exemplified by the character Ebenezer Scrooge from Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol.’
Synonyms
- miser
- stingy person
- cheapskate
- tightwad
