Meaning of miserly in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   miserly

   Definitions

   1. used of persons or behavior

   Examples

   • « characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity »
   • « a mean person »
   • « he left a miserly tip »

   Synonyms

   • stingy
   • ungenerous