parsimony

🇬🇧 UK/ˈpɑːrsɪmoʊni/🇺🇸 US/'pɑ:simәni/

GREC2

Definitions

n.

Extreme unwillingness to spend money; excessive frugality or stinginess

吝啬，过分节俭，小气

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English

parsimonyother

=parsimony

Example Sentences

1.
His extreme parsimony meant he refused to spend money on essential repairs or maintenance.
2.
The company's parsimony during economic uncertainty left employees without necessary resources.

← Browse all roots