frugal

• Описывает человека, который бережно относится к трате денег или использованию ресурсов, часто подразумевая положительное качество экономности.

Describes a person who is careful about spending money or using resources, often implying a positive quality of being economical.

1. Economical with moneyB2formal

   Sparing or thrifty, especially with money or resources; avoiding waste.

   Экономный

   • She is very frugal and always looks for the best deals.
   • He lives a frugal lifestyle to save for retirement.
   • Being frugal doesn't mean being cheap; it means being wise with resources.

   Synonymscarefuleconomicalmiserlypenny-wiseprovidentprudentsavingsparingthrifty

   Antonymsextravagantlavishprodigalprofligatespendthriftwasteful

2. Simple and plainB2formal

   Characterized by simplicity and lack of extravagance.

   Скромный и простой

   • They enjoyed a frugal meal of bread and soup.
   • The room was decorated in a frugal, minimalist style.
   • His frugal habits extended to his wardrobe, which consisted of only a few items.

   Synonymsausteremodestplainsimplespartanunadorned

   Antonymsextravagantlavishluxuriousopulentornate