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Meaning of stinginess
The quality of being unwilling to give or share, especially when it comes to money.
Etymology of stinginess
The word "stinginess" originates from the Old English word "stingan" which means to sting, and the suffix "-ness" which forms a noun indicating a state or quality
The word has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe a person who is unwilling to give or share, especially when it comes to money
Synonyms
frugality
thriftiness
parsimoniousness
meanness
miserliness
closeness
tightfistedness
penuriousness
stinginess
niggardliness
parsimony
frugalness
cheeseparing
penny-pinching
closeness
scantiness
sparingness
stinginess
avariciousness
greediness
covetousness
acquisitiveness
graspingness
rapaciousness
extortionate
extravagant
profligacy
Definitions
- The quality of being unwilling to give or share, especially when it comes to money
- * A lack of generosity or willingness to spend money
Usage Examples
- The billionaire's stinginess was notorious, as he refused to donate to any charitable causes
- * Her stinginess with compliments made it hard for her friends to know when she was being sincere
Antonyms
generosity
liberality
openhandedness
munificence
largesse
magnanimity
kindness
charity
benevolence
philanthropy
hospitality
altruism
selflessness
unselfishness
extravagance
prodigality
wastefulness
profligacy
lavishness
opulence