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scrimping

The word “scrimping” has 2 syllables: scrimp-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈskrɪmpɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for scrimping?

In the thesaurus, “scrimping” has 135 synonyms and 60 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for scrimping along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for scrimping

Antonyms for scrimping

Meanings of scrimping

  • verb
    1. To make too small or short.
    2. To limit or straiten; to put on short allowance.
    3. To be frugal.
  • noun
    1. An amount saved little by little.

Example Sentences

  • They are scrimping to save money for a new car.
  • She spent years scrimping and saving for her education.
  • The family is scrimping during the economic crisis.
  • He dislikes scrimping on basic necessities.
  • We are scrimping now so we can travel later.

On this page you'll find 195 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scrimping, such as: abridgement, abstemious, acquisitive, addition, austerity, avarice, avaricious.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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