The Opposite(Antonym) of “largesse”
The antonyms of largesse are stinginess and miserliness. The antonyms stinginess and miserliness convey a negative connotation of being unwilling to spend money or give generously.
Explore all Antonyms of “largesse”
- miserliness
- stinginess
Definitions and Examples of stinginess, miserliness
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
stinginess
Unwillingness to spend money or give generously; being tightfisted.
Example
His stinginess made it hard for him to make friends.
Extreme unwillingness to spend money or give generously; being excessively frugal.
Example
Her miserliness prevented her from enjoying life's pleasures.
Key Differences: stinginess vs miserliness
- 1Stinginess is a milder term that describes a reluctance to spend money or give generously.
- 2Miserliness is a more severe term that describes an extreme unwillingness to spend money or give generously.
Effective Usage of stinginess, miserliness
- 1Enhance Vocabulary: Use these antonyms to expand your vocabulary and express yourself more precisely.
- 2Discuss Personal Finance: Use these antonyms to discuss personal finance and budgeting.
- 3Analyze Characters: Use these antonyms to analyze characters in literature or movies who exhibit these traits.
Remember this!
The antonyms of largesse are stinginess and miserliness. Use these words to enhance your vocabulary, discuss personal finance, and analyze characters in literature or movies who exhibit these traits.