stinge

/ˈstɪndʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to feel or show reluctance or unwillingness, especially to give or spend money

“She stunged at the thought of buying a new car, worried about the financial burden.”

2. noun

a small, pointed object used for piercing the skin to draw blood, typically for medical purposes

“The nurse used a stinge to take the patient’s blood sample.”

Synonyms

  • begrudge
  • grudge
  • pinch

Antonyms

  • lavish
  • spend