What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
miserly
Example
My uncle is so miserly that he won't even buy a cup of coffee for himself. [miserly: adjective]
Example
She was accused of being miserly with her time and not helping out when needed. [miserly: adverb]
parsimonious
Example
The company's parsimonious approach to spending led to a decline in quality. [parsimonious: adjective]
Example
He was criticized for his parsimonious attitude towards charity and giving back to the community. [parsimonious: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Miserly is more commonly used than parsimonious in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between miserly and parsimonious?
Parsimonious is a more formal word than miserly and is often used in academic or professional contexts.
