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miserly

adjective

(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity

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Word length
7
Starts with
M
Ends with
Y
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
12
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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Pronunciation

ˈmaɪ.zə(ɹ).li

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adjective

  1. (used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity

    “a mean person”

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Example Sentences

a mean person
he left a miserly tip

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