frugality — the quality of being economical in use or expenditure; not wasteful
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of being economical in use or expenditure; not wasteful
Pronunciation (IPA): /fruˈɡæləti/
Example Sentences
- His grandmother's frugality was legendary - she could make a single tea bag last three cups!
- The company's frugality during tough times helped it survive the recession.
- My friend's frugality is so intense, he washes and reuses paper plates.
frugality
NOUN[/fruˈɡæləti/]
the quality of being economical in use or expenditure; not wasteful
Her frugality helped her save enough money to buy her first home.
Her frugality grew as every small saving filled the piggy bank.
Her frugality led to prosperity and gave her family lasting security.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'frugalitas' meaning thriftiness or economy, derived from 'frux' (fruit, produce). The original idea was about making good use of one's harvest or resources.
Breakdown
frug- (from Latin 'frux' meaning fruit/produce) + -al (relating to) + -ity (noun suffix for quality or state)
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📝Examples
“His grandmother's frugality was legendary - she could make a single tea bag last three cups!”
“The company's frugality during tough times helped it survive the recession.”
“My friend's frugality is so intense, he washes and reuses paper plates.”
“Living with frugality doesn't mean being cheap; it means being wise with resources.”
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