unthrift

/ˈʌnθrɪft/

Definitions

1. noun

A lack of thriftiness or a state of being wasteful; a person who is wasteful or profligate

“The family’s unthrift had led to a significant decrease in their savings over the years.”

2. verb

To spend or use money or resources in a wasteful or extravagant manner

“He unthriftily spent his inheritance on lavish parties and expensive gifts.”

Synonyms

  • extravagance
  • profligacy
  • wastefulness

Antonyms

  • frugality
  • thriftness