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Stingiest: meaning, definitions and examples

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stingiest

 

[ ˈstɪn.dʒi.əst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing behavior

Stingiest refers to someone who is unwilling to spend or share money; extremely tightfisted. A stingy person typically avoids giving or donating, even when they have the means to do so.

Synonyms

cheap, miserly, parsimonious, tightfisted

Examples of usage

  • He was known as the stingiest man in town.
  • Don't be stingy; share your toys with others.
  • She was too stingy to offer even a small tip.
  • They were stingy with their compliments.

Translations

Translations of the word "stingiest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais mesquinho

🇮🇳 सबसे कंजूस

🇩🇪 der geizigste

🇮🇩 paling pelit

🇺🇦 найскупіший

🇵🇱 najskąpszy

🇯🇵 最もケチな

🇫🇷 le plus avare

🇪🇸 el más tacaño

🇹🇷 en cimri

🇰🇷 가장 인색한

🇸🇦 الأكثر بخلاً

🇨🇿 nejškoupější

🇸🇰 najskúpejší

🇨🇳 最吝啬的

🇸🇮 najskoparnejši

🇮🇸 mest fúll

🇰🇿 ең сараң

🇬🇪 ყველაზე ნაკლებად გაწვდილი

🇦🇿 ən qənaətcıl

🇲🇽 el más tacaño

Etymology

The word 'stingy' originates from the Middle English term 'stingy', which is believed to be derived from the Old Norse word 'stingja', meaning to sting or pierce. The transformation of this word into an adjective describing frugality or lack of generosity likely evolved due to the connotation of pain or discomfort associated with the act of stinging. This notion suggests that a stingy person causes emotional pain or discomfort to others by withholding resources or generosity. The term became more popular in the late 19th century and has since been used in various contexts to describe individuals who are miserly and unwilling to part with their money, goods, or kindness. Understanding the historical evolution of 'stingy' provides insight into the cultural perception of generosity and the social implications of being seen as financially protective or overly cautious.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,453, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.