Question 187
MediumOriginal questionChoose the word closest in meaning to the word in capitals.
They lived a FRUGAL life, spending only on what they truly needed.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
Frugal means careful to spend little. Thrifty means the same.
Worth noting
Wasteful is the opposite, spending carelessly.
- Concept
- A word of the same meaning as "frugal"
- Typical timeTypical
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