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"Extreme or excessive economy or frugality; stinginess; miserliness." more

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The old man's parsimony was evident in his refusal to turn on the heating despite the freezing weather.

Parsimony

pahr-suh-moh-nee
nounExtreme or excessive economy or frugality; stinginess; miserliness.

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Last Updated On: April 25, 2024
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