adj
thrifty
THRIHF-tee
adj
1
Careful with money; avoiding unnecessary spending or waste.
"Being thrifty, she always compared prices before buying groceries."
"A thrifty cook can make a good meal from leftovers."
How to Use Thrifty
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishCareful and sensible about spending money, in a positive sense.
Common mistake
Thrifty is a compliment, unlike "stingy" or "cheap," which suggest someone is unwilling to spend even when they should.
Common pairings
thrifty shopper
thrifty habits
Word Forms
thriftier comparative, thriftiest superlative
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Etymology
Formed from thrift plus the adjective ending -y, dating back to Middle English.