Complete Definition of "thrifty"

English

Adjective

thrifty

#Given to, or evincing, thrift; characterized by economy and good management of property; sparing; frugal.
#Thriving by industry and frugality; prosperous in the acquisition of worldly goods; increasing in wealth; as, a thrifty farmer or mechanic.
#Growing rapidly or vigorously; thriving; as, a thrifty plant or colt.
#Secured by thrift; well husbanded.
#Well appearing; looking or being in good condition; becoming.

Related terms
thrift

Translations

French: économe m,f

Antonyms
spendthrift

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Revision and Credits for"thrifty"
  • 2007-12-10 16:34 - SemperBlotto - Reverted edits by [[Special:Contributions/212.56.55.178|212.56.55.178]] ([[User_talk:212.56.55.178|Talk]]); changed back to last version by [[User:Interwicket|Interwicket]]

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