Simple Definition of parsimonious

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parsimonious

adjective

ˌpɑɚsəˈmoʊnijəs How to pronounce parsimonious (audio)
formal : very unwilling to spend money
The company is parsimonious [=stingy] with employee benefits.
a parsimonious [=thrifty] shopper

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