Frugal vs. Thrifty

Frugal vs. Thrifty — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Frugal and Thrifty

Frugaladjective

Avoiding unnecessary expenditure either of money or of anything else which is to be used or consumed; avoiding waste.

Thriftyadjective

evincing thrift; characterized by economy and good management of property; frugal.

Frugaladjective

avoiding waste;

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Thriftyadjective

Thriving by industry and frugality; prosperous in the acquisition of worldly goods; increasing in wealth

a thrifty person

Thriftyadjective

Growing rapidly or vigorously; thriving

a thrifty plant

Thriftyadjective

Secured by thrift; well husbanded.

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Thriftyadjective

Having a pleasant appearance; looking or being in good condition

Thriftyadjective

careful and diligent in the use of resources

Thriftyadjective

mindful of the future in spending money;

careful with money