Definitions

1. noun

the quality or state of being parsimonious, or the practice of being frugal or stingy, especially with money

“Her husband’s policy of extreme parsimony affected their social life.”

2. noun

frugality or economy in the use of resources, especially money

“The company’s parsimony helped it to stay profitable during the economic downturn.”

3. noun

a tendency to give a very brief or concise answer, often in response to a question

“His parsimony of speech often left his colleagues puzzled.”