sparing
4 antonyms for sparing — opposites grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Careful and restrained, especially in the amount of something used.
Antonyms
How to use sparing
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sparing use
be sparing with
Frequently asked questions
What does “sparing” mean?
The word “sparing” means careful and restrained, especially in the amount of something used. In plain terms, using very little of something, on purpose — careful not to overdo it.
How do you pronounce “sparing”?
“Sparing” is pronounced SPEH-uh-rihng (/ˈspɛəɹɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sparing” in a sentence?
Here is “sparing” used in a sentence: “She was sparing with her praise, so his compliment meant a lot.”
What part of speech is “sparing”?
“Sparing” is an adjective.
