thrift (Meaning)

Wordnet

thrift (n)

any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers

extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily

Webster

thrift (n.)

A thriving state; good husbandry; economical management in regard to property; frugality.

Success and advance in the acquisition of property; increase of worldly goods; gain; prosperity.

Vigorous growth, as of a plant.

One of several species of flowering plants of the genera Statice and Armeria.

FAQs About the word thrift

any of numerous sun-loving low-growing evergreens of the genus Armeria having round heads of pink or white flowers, extreme care in spending money; reluctance t

saving, frugality, economy, conservation, scrimping, temperance, husbandry, penny-pinching, skimping, prudence

extravagance, wastefulness,wastefulness, extravagance, prodigality, lavishness, diseconomy, lavishness, improvidence, squandering

The thrift store was a treasure trove, filled with gently used items at unbeatable prices.

Emily was a master of thrift, finding designer clothes for a fraction of their original cost.

The local thrift shop raised funds for local charities, promoting both thrift and community support.

I admire Mary's thriftiness, as she manages to save money without sacrificing her style.