One entry found for frugal.

Main Entry: fru·gal
Pronunciation: frü-gl
Function: adjective
: careful in spending or using resources
- fru·gal·i·ty /frü-gal-t-/ noun
- fru·gal·ly /frü-g-l/ adverb
synonyms FRUGAL, THRIFTY, ECONOMICAL mean careful with money and other resources. FRUGAL suggests a simple lifestyle that is lacking in luxuries <a frugal woman who seldom allowed herself even small pleasures>. THRIFTY suggests a habit of saving and an avoidance of wastefulness <thrifty shoppers looking for bargains>. ECONOMICAL suggests the wise management of one's resources <economical cooks use everything and waste nothing>.