miser
Miser (noun) means someone who hoards money and hates spending it, even when they can easily afford to. Example: “The old miser refused to turn on the heating even in winter.”
How to use miser
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA stingy person who won't part with their money.
Word forms
misers plural, Misers plural
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The old _____ refused to turn on the heating even in winter.
Etymology
From Latin miser, "wretched, unhappy" — the sense shifted over time from "a wretched person" to "a person made wretched by greed."
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What does “miser” mean?
The word “miser” means someone who hoards money and hates spending it, even when they can easily afford to. In plain terms, a stingy person who won't part with their money.
How do you pronounce “miser”?
“Miser” is pronounced MEYE-zuh (/ˈmaɪzə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “miser” in a sentence?
Here is “miser” used in a sentence: “The old miser refused to turn on the heating even in winter.”
What is another word for “miser”?
Words with a similar meaning to “miser” include carl, cheapass, cheapie, cheapskate, cheapo and churl.
What is the opposite of “miser”?
The opposite of “miser” — its antonyms — is spendthrift.
What part of speech is “miser”?
“Miser” is a noun.
Where does the word “miser” come from?
The word “miser” comes from Latin. From Latin miser, "wretched, unhappy" — the sense shifted over time from "a wretched person" to "a person made wretched by greed.".