a miserly person
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tightwad
How to use tightwad in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for tightwad.
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I've been through a number of different ones and I am a stingy tightwad; and I'd still buy a Toto.
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Quick take
a miserly person
Meaning at a glance
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Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for tightwad.
noun
a miserly person
See also: cheapskate
Example sentences
I've been through a number of different ones and I am a stingy tightwad; and I'd still buy a Toto.
Rolling around town as a tightwad billionaire who thinks hes too good to pay for public services is beyond the pale.
I don't visit the site so, in all honesty, it doesn't matter to me if they reach their goal or not. I was feeling nice, though, and then, as I'm skimming over the page, I see that anyone who gives < $100 is apparently a "tightwad".I'm keeping my $25 and I'm going to spend it on myself instead.
Frequently asked questions
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How do you use tightwad in a sentence?
I've been through a number of different ones and I am a stingy tightwad; and I'd still buy a Toto.
What does tightwad mean?
a miserly person
What part of speech is tightwad?
tightwad is commonly used as noun.