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miser

 

[ หˆmaษชzษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

character trait

A miser is a person who is unwilling to spend money, often to the point of foregoing even basic necessities. They tend to hoard their wealth instead of using it for enjoyment or to help others. Misers are often seen as selfish and greedy, as they prioritize saving money over relationships and experiences. This term is commonly used to describe individuals who are excessively frugal or stingy.

Synonyms

cheapskate, hoarder, skinflint, tightwad

Examples of usage

  • He lived like a miser, never spending a dime on anything luxurious.
  • Despite his wealth, the miser refused to donate to charity.
  • Her miserly habits made her friends wary of asking for help.

Translations

Translations of the word "miser" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น miserรกvel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เค‚เคœเฅ‚เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Geizkragen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kikir

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะบัƒะฟะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ skฤ…piec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‘ใก

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท avare

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tacaรฑo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท cimri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊ตฌ๋‘์‡ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฎูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ lakomec

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ lakomec

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅๅ•ฌ้ฌผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ skopuh

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skammta

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตัˆะบั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒฆแƒ›แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ xษ™sis

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tacaรฑo

Etymology

The word 'miser' originates from the Latin 'miser', meaning 'wretched' or 'unhappy'. The word entered Middle English in the late 14th century and has retained a negative connotation ever since, referring to people who are excessively unwilling to share or spend their wealth. In older literature, misers were often depicted as foolish characters, unable to enjoy the riches they hoarded. The association with unhappiness reflects the idea that wealth does not guarantee happiness and that those who cling too tightly to their money often lead lonely lives. Over the centuries, the term has persisted in the English language, symbolizing a character flaw that many people find relatable, especially in discussions about wealth and morality.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,636, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.