Miserly

/ˈmaɪ.zər.li/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

characterized by a strong desire to save money and a reluctance to spend it; stingy.

Her miserly nature prevented her from treating her friends to dinner, even on special occasions.

excessively frugal or mean with money; not willing to share or use resources.

The miserly businessman refused to invest in his employees' professional development.

having a small quantity of something, especially in relation to its value or importance.

The miserly rewards offered by the company left employees feeling unappreciated.

Originating from Middle English 'misir', from Latin 'miser', meaning wretched or unhappy.

penny pincher

A person who is very careful about how they spend their money, often to an excessive degree.

money-grubber

Someone who is overly focused on making money, often at the expense of others.

tight with a buck

Very reluctant to spend money.

miser

A person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.

stingy

Unwilling to give or spend; not generous.

parsimony

Extreme unwillingness to spend money or use resources.

Cheapskate

He's such a cheapskate, he won't even buy a round of drinks.

Scrooge

Don't be a Scrooge, share with your friends!