thrifty

• Qualifie une personne qui gère son argent et ses ressources avec soin, en évitant le gaspillage et les dépenses inutiles.

Describes a person who is careful with money and resources, avoiding waste.

1. Careful with resourcesB2formal

   Using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.

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   • She is a thrifty shopper who always looks for discounts.
   • Being thrifty with water is important during a drought.
   • He lives a thrifty lifestyle to save for his retirement.

   Synonymescarefuleconomicalfrugalprovidentprudentsavingsparing

   Antonymesextravagantprodigalspendthriftsquanderingwasteful

2. Future-minded spendingB2formal

   Spending money wisely with an eye on future needs and goals.

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   • A thrifty person invests in quality items that last longer.
   • Her thrifty habits allowed her to build a substantial savings account.
   • They made thrifty choices to afford their dream vacation.

   Synonymescarefuleconomicalfrugalprovidentprudentsavingsparing

   Antonymesextravagantprofligatespendthriftwasteful