sparing
4 synonyms and 4 antonyms for sparing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Careful and restrained, especially in the amount of something used.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
frugal
stinting
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.
