sparing

[ˈspɛrɪŋ]

sparing Definition

• 1. using very little of something
• 2. not giving or spending much
• 3. avoiding waste

Using sparing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sparing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He was sparing with his words.

• Example

  She is sparing in her use of makeup.

• Example

  The coach was sparing in his praise for the team's performance.

sparing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sparing

• economical
• thrifty
• frugal
• parsimonious
• moderate

Antonyms for sparing

• lavish
• extravagant
• generous

Phrases with sparing

• sparing partner

  a boxing partner who does not hit hard, used for training purposes

  Example

  He practiced his punches with a sparing partner.

• sparing use

  using only a small amount of something

  Example

  The recipe calls for sparing use of salt.

• sparing no expense

  not limiting the amount of money spent on something

  Example

  They spared no expense in planning their wedding.

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Summary: sparing in Brief

Sparing [ˈspɛrɪŋ] means using very little of something, avoiding waste, or not giving or spending much. It is often used to describe someone who is economical or thrifty, as in 'She is sparing in her use of makeup.' 'Sparing' can also refer to sparing partners in boxing, and the phrase 'sparing no expense' means not limiting the amount of money spent on something.