wastrie

/ˈwæstri/ or /ˈweɪstri/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a woman who is wasteful or extravagant in her spending habits.

“The aristocrat’s wastrie reputation preceded her to the ball, where she spent lavishly on expensive gowns.”

Synonyms

  • extravagant
  • wasteful

Antonyms

  • frugal
  • thrifty