penurious

Definition of abbreviation (noun) -

excessively sparing in the use of money

Part of speech:

Adjective

Example sentences with this word:

The penurious man had millions of dollars, but lived in a cottage to save money.

Charles Dickens' Scrooge is the most penurious character in any of his tales.

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