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scrimps

The word “scrimps” has 1 syllable: scrimps

It's pronounced as /skrɪmps/

What is synonym and antonym for scrimps?

In the thesaurus, “scrimps” has 17 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for scrimps

Antonyms for scrimps

  • blows
  • dissipates
  • lavishes
  • misspends
  • runs through
  • spends
  • splurges
  • squanders
  • throws away
  • wastes

Meanings of scrimps

  • noun
    1. A pinching miser; a niggard.
  • verb
    1. To make too small or short.
    2. To limit or straiten; to put on short allowance.
    3. To be frugal.

Example Sentences

  • She scrimps on daily expenses to save for college.
  • He scrimps whenever money becomes tight.
  • The family scrimps during the holiday season to avoid debt.
  • My friend scrimps on luxury items but spends on books.
  • The company scrimps on unnecessary costs to increase profits.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scrimps, such as: blows, conserves, cuts back, cuts down, dissipates, economizes, hoards.

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

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