Personal Traits And Characteristics

adjective A descriptive word that modifies a noun or pronoun, indicating a quality or attribute of the thing being described. In this case, 'closefisted' describes someone who is unwilling to spend money or give things away.

adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating manner, time, place, degree, or frequency. In this case, 'closefisted' can be used to describe how someone holds onto their money or possessions tightly.

• The closefisted businessman refused to donate any money to the charity.
• My closefisted uncle never likes to pick up the tab when we go out to eat.
• Don't be so closefisted, just lend me a few bucks for lunch.
• Her closefisted attitude towards sharing her ideas hindered the team's progress.