frugal
5 antonyms and opposites of frugal, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Careful with money; avoiding unnecessary spending or waste.
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How to use frugal
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin frugalis, "thrifty, virtuous," via Middle French.
Full origin of frugal →Frequently asked questions
What does “frugal” mean?
The word “frugal” means careful with money; avoiding unnecessary spending or waste. In plain terms, careful with money, spending only on what is necessary.
How do you pronounce “frugal”?
“Frugal” is pronounced FROO-guhl (/ˈfɹuːɡəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “frugal” in a sentence?
Here is “frugal” used in a sentence: “Her frugal habits meant she saved a large part of every paycheck.”
What is another word for “frugal”?
Words with a similar meaning to “frugal” include cheap, economical, thrifty, abstemious, canny and chary.
What is the opposite of “frugal”?
The opposite of “frugal” — its antonyms — are extravagant, lavish, prodigal, spendthrift and simple.
What part of speech is “frugal”?
“Frugal” is an adjective.
Where does the word “frugal” come from?
The word “frugal” comes from Latin. From Latin frugalis, "thrifty, virtuous," via Middle French.