Definitions

1. adjective

showing a tendency to be excessively cautious or stingy, especially in a way that is considered annoying or petty.

“She was accused of being chintzier with the company’s budget, refusing to spend even a single dollar on unnecessary expenses.”

2. noun

a person who is excessively cautious or stingy, especially in a way that is considered annoying or petty.

“The chintzier in the company was known for refusing to invest in new projects, sticking to the same old methods.”