Pronunciation: /ˈθrɪfti/

Definitions of thrifty

adjective describing someone who is careful with money and does not waste it

Example Sentences

A1 She is very thrifty and always looks for discounts when shopping.

A2 My thrifty grandmother reuses plastic bags to save money.

B1 Being thrifty is a good habit to develop in order to save for the future.

B2 The thrifty traveler opted for a budget hotel to save money on accommodation.

C1 His thrifty lifestyle allowed him to retire early and live comfortably.

C2 The thrifty investor carefully researched each opportunity before making a decision.

Examples of thrifty in a Sentence

formal She was known for her thrifty spending habits, always looking for the best deals and discounts.

informal My mom is so thrifty, she never buys anything unless it's on sale.

slang I'm trying to be more thrifty with my money, so I'm cutting back on eating out.

figurative Being thrifty with your time can help you accomplish more tasks in a day.

Grammatical Forms of thrifty

past tense

thrifted

plural

thrifties

comparative

more thrifty

superlative

most thrifty

present tense

thrifts

future tense

will thrift

perfect tense

have thrifted

continuous tense

is thriftying

singular

thrifty

positive degree

thrifty

infinitive

to thrift

gerund

thrifting

participle

thriftying

Origin and Evolution of thrifty

First Known Use: 0013 year
Language of Origin: Old Norse
Story behind the word: The word 'thrifty' originated from the Old Norse word 'thrift', meaning 'prosperity, good fortune'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'thrifty' evolved to describe someone who is careful with money and resources, frugal and economical.