Miser

usgb/ˈmaɪzər/
noun

A person who hates to spend money, often to the point where it affects their ability to provide basic needs for themselves or others.

Even though he made a high salary, he lived like a miser, eating instant noodles and never spending his money on anything.
Visual representation of "miser" - A person who hates to spend money, often to the point where it affects their ability to provide basic needs for themselves or others.

Often appears as...

  • lives like a miser
  • miser's grip

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The term 'miser' implies disapproval and portrays the person negatively.

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Don't be such a miser; it's your turn to buy us all coffee.
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Metaphorical Use

'Miser' is often used metaphorically to describe excessive frugality.

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Stop counting every penny—don't act the miser.
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Human Attribute

Being a miser is not only about money, but also about a reluctance to share and enjoy life.

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He could afford a better car, but his miserly ways kept him driving the old clunker.
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