gresham

/ˈɡrɛʃəm/

Definitions

1. noun

a person who is or is considered to be a miser or one who hoards wealth

“He was known as a Gresham, always looking for ways to save a dollar.”

2. proper noun

Gresham, a city located in Oregon, United States

“Gresham is a growing city in the Portland metropolitan area.”

3. proper noun

Gresham’s Law, an economic principle that states debased currency drives inflation

“The economist applied Gresham’s Law to the country’s economic crisis.”

Synonyms

  • hoarder
  • miser

Antonyms

  • generous
  • liberal