# thrifty

/ˈθɹɪfti/ (US) · /θɹˈɪfti/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/thrifty
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

good at saving money and not wasting things. You use this to describe someone who is careful with their spending.

For teachers: economical in the use of resources; characterized by careful management of money and possessions to avoid waste.

## Examples

- She is very thrifty and always buys second-hand clothes.
- The family lived a thrifty life, growing their own vegetables and repairing old furniture instead of buying new ones.
- In an era of economic uncertainty, the thrifty habits of previous generations have become increasingly relevant as consumers seek to minimize unnecessary expenditure.

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