avarish

/ˈæv.ə.rɪʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to behave or act in a miserly or stingy manner

“She accused him of avarishing her inheritance.”

2. verb (archaic)

to hoard or accumulate wealth

“He avarished his riches in gold and precious jewels.”

3. noun

a person who is habitually miserly or stingy in their spending or generosity

“The avarish old miser refused to donate to charity.”

Synonyms

  • miser
  • stingy

Antonyms

  • generous
  • liberal