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Meaning of cheeseparing
The primary meaning of "cheeseparing" is being excessively frugal or stingy, especially in a way that is considered unreasonable or unacceptable.
Etymology of cheeseparing
The word "cheeseparing" has its roots in the 17th-century English phrase "to pare cheese", which meant to cut or slice cheese very thinly in order to make it last longer.
Over time, the phrase took on a figurative meaning, referring to the act of being extremely frugal or stingy, often to the point of being considered mean or ungenerous.
Synonyms
frugal
thrifty
stingy
parsimonious
penny-pinching
miserly
niggardly
economical
prudent
sparing
saving
scrimping
skimping
cheap
chintzy
prudent
cautious
careful
restrained
limited
meager
sparse
scanty
stingy
close-fisted
tightfisted
cost-effective
efficient
judicious
resourceful
sparing
tight
ungenerous
grudging
reluctant
hesitant
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "cheeseparing" as giving or spending very little money, often in a way that is considered mean or ungenerous.
- * It can also refer to the act of being extremely frugal or stingy, often to an excessive degree.
Usage Examples
- The company's cheeseparing approach to employee benefits has led to low morale and high turnover rates.
- * My aunt is known for her cheeseparing ways, always looking for ways to cut costs and save a buck.
- * The government's cheeseparing budget has left many social programs underfunded and struggling to survive.
Antonyms
generous
lavish
extravagant
prodigal
wasteful
spendthrift
profligate
liberal
openhanded
munificent
bountiful
charitable
philanthropic
beneficent
magnanimous
unsparing
ungrudging
willing
eager
extravagant
imprudent
reckless
careless
thoughtless
improvident