CEFR C1

frugally

adverb

Meaning

In a way that uses money or resources carefully and not wastefully.

Examples

They managed to save enough for a down payment by living very frugally for several years.
The restaurant's owner runs the business frugally, reusing ingredients and minimizing waste.

Synonyms: economically, sparingly, thriftily, providently

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frugally (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˈfruːɡəli/

Definition

In a way that uses money or resources carefully and not wastefully.

Examples

They managed to save enough for a down payment by living very frugally for several years.
The restaurant's owner runs the business frugally, reusing ingredients and minimizing waste.
Despite their wealth, the couple chose to live frugally, preferring simple pleasures over luxury.

How to Use frugally

live frugally (collocation): To maintain a lifestyle that involves careful spending and saving. — "Many students learn to live frugally while at university."
spend frugally (collocation): To spend money carefully and avoid waste. — "Even with a good income, they chose to spend frugally."
manage frugally (collocation): To manage resources or finances carefully. — "The household budget was managed frugally to ensure all bills were paid."

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