stinginess (C1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈstɪndʒinəs/
Definition
The quality of being unwilling to spend money, give, or share, often to an excessive degree.
Examples
His reputation for stinginess meant he rarely bought a round of drinks for his friends.
The company's stinginess with employee benefits led to low morale and high turnover.
Despite her immense wealth, her stinginess prevented her from donating to any charities.
How to Use stinginess
- stinginess with (prepositional phrase)
- unwillingness to share or spend a particular resource — "Her stinginess with the office supplies was a constant source of frustration."
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