Definitions
- Referring to doing something with less than what is needed or required. - Talking about using fewer resources than necessary to complete a task. - Describing a situation where someone is cutting corners or being stingy.
- Referring to saving money by spending less than usual. - Talking about making do with less than what is desired or needed. - Describing a situation where someone is being frugal or economical.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to using less of something than what is typically expected or desired.
- 2Both words can be used to describe situations where someone is trying to save money or resources.
- 3Both words have negative connotations, implying that someone is being cheap or cutting corners.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Skimp is more commonly used as a verb, while scrimp can be used as both a verb and an adjective.
- 2Focus: Skimp emphasizes doing something with less than what is required, while scrimp emphasizes making do with less than what is desired.
- 3Connotation: Skimp has a more negative connotation, implying that someone is being careless or irresponsible, while scrimp has a more positive connotation, implying that someone is being resourceful or thrifty.
- 4Usage in context: Skimp is often used in the context of quality or safety, while scrimp is often used in the context of finances or resources.
Remember this!
Skimp and scrimp are synonyms that both refer to using less of something than what is typically expected or desired. However, skimp emphasizes doing something with less than what is required, while scrimp emphasizes making do with less than what is desired. Additionally, skimp has a more negative connotation, while scrimp has a more positive connotation.
