thrift
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for thrift, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Careful, economical use of money; avoiding waste.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use thrift
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
thrift store
a life of thrift
thrift and frugality
Etymology
From Old Norse þrift, "thriving condition" — thrift originally meant prosperity itself, before it narrowed to mean the careful habits that lead to it.
Full origin of thrift →Frequently asked questions
What does “thrift” mean?
The word “thrift” means careful, economical use of money; avoiding waste. In plain terms, being careful and sensible with money rather than wasteful.
How do you pronounce “thrift”?
“Thrift” is pronounced THRIHFT (/ˈθɹɪft/ in IPA).
How do you use “thrift” in a sentence?
Here is “thrift” used in a sentence: “Years of thrift meant they could pay off the mortgage early.”
What is the opposite of “thrift”?
The opposite of “thrift” — its antonyms — is spendthrift.
What part of speech is “thrift”?
“Thrift” is a noun.
Where does the word “thrift” come from?
The word “thrift” comes from Old Norse. From Old Norse þrift, "thriving condition" — thrift originally meant prosperity itself, before it narrowed to mean the careful habits that lead to it.
Is “thrift” a common word?
“Thrift” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “thrift” have?
“Thrift” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: careful, economical use of money; avoiding waste.
