Scrooge: meaning, definitions and examples
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scrooge
[ skruหdส ]
miserly person
The term 'Scrooge' refers to a person who is stingy or miserly, often unwilling to spend money or share. This usage is derived from the character Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' novella 'A Christmas Carol', who is initially portrayed as a greedy and unkind businessman. Over time, it has become a common term for anyone exhibiting such traits.
Synonyms
cheapskate, miser, penny-pincher, tightwad.
Examples of usage
- Don't be a Scrooge during the holidays!
- He always counts his pennies; he's such a Scrooge.
- After his promotion, he still lives like a Scrooge.
Translations
Translations of the word "scrooge" in other languages:
๐ต๐น Scrooge
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคเฅเคฐเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Scrooge
๐ฎ๐ฉ Scrooge
๐บ๐ฆ ะกะบััะดะถ
๐ต๐ฑ Scrooge
๐ฏ๐ต ในใฏใซใผใธ
๐ซ๐ท Scrooge
๐ช๐ธ Scrooge
๐น๐ท Scrooge
๐ฐ๐ท ์คํฌ๋ฃจ์ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุฑูุฏุฌ
๐จ๐ฟ Scrooge
๐ธ๐ฐ Scrooge
๐จ๐ณ ๆฏๅ ้ฒๅฅ
๐ธ๐ฎ Scrooge
๐ฎ๐ธ Scrooge
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะกะบััะดะถ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแ แฃแฏแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ Skruรง
๐ฒ๐ฝ Scrooge
Etymology
The word 'Scrooge' originated from Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol', which was first published in 1843. The character Ebenezer Scrooge is depicted as a curmudgeonly old man who hoards his wealth and despises the Christmas season. His transformation after being visited by three ghosts becomes a central theme of the story, symbolizing redemption and the spirit of generosity. After the publication of the novella, the name 'Scrooge' quickly entered the English language as a synonym for miserly individuals. Its usage reflects societal attitudes towards greed and the value of compassion and giving, especially during the holiday season. Today, the term is universally understood, often used humorously to describe someone who resists the cheerfulness and generosity associated with festive occasions.