Pronunciation: /ˈskrɪmpi/
adjective having a small or inadequate amount of something, especially money or resources
A1 My grandmother is scrimpy with her money, always saving every penny.
A2 The quality of the food at the restaurant was scrimpy, with small portions and bland flavors.
B1 I had to make scrimpy adjustments to my budget in order to afford the vacation.
B2 The company's scrimpy cost-cutting measures ended up affecting the quality of their products.
C1 The scrimpy decorations at the party did not reflect the host's usual lavish style.
C2 Despite his wealth, he maintained a scrimpy lifestyle, preferring simplicity over extravagance.
formal The company's scrimpy budget led to cutbacks in various departments.
informal I can't believe how scrimpy they were with the portion sizes at that restaurant.
slang Don't be so scrimpy, just pitch in a little more for the gift.
figurative Her scrimpy attitude towards sharing her resources left her feeling isolated.
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