thriftier

/ˈθrɪftiər/

Definitions

1. adjective

being more careful with money and goods, or more frugal

“After some careful budgeting, she became thriftier with her spending habits.”

2. comparative form of thrift

relating to or characterized by thriftiness

“The thriftier approach to decorating the room saved us a lot of money.”

Synonyms

  • economical
  • frugal
  • stingy

Antonyms

  • extravagant
  • liberal
  • profligate