Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
thrifty
adjective
/ˈθrɪf.ti/
Definition
Using money and resources carefully and not wastefully.
Examples
- She is thrifty and always looks for discounts before making a purchase.
- He manages to live a comfortable life by being thrifty with his expenses.
- The thrifty shopper was able to buy all the gifts without going over budget.
Meaning
Thrifty describes someone who is good at saving money and using resources wisely.
Synonyms
- frugal
- economical
- prudent
- thrifty-minded
