Skimp

usgb/skɪmp/
verb

To use less or do less than is necessary or expected.

Do not skimp on the quality of products you buy
Visual representation of "skimp" - To use less or do less than is necessary or expected

Often appears as...

  • skimp on quality
  • skimp on details
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Visual representation of "skimp"
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Negative Connotation

Using 'skimp' suggests lack of effort or investment, often seen as negative.

Illustration for Negative Connotation
The event failed because they skimped on promotion.
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Budget Contexts

'Skimp' is often used in conversations about budgeting and finance.

Illustration for Budget Contexts
We can't skimp on our savings plan.
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Implies Insufficiency

Implying that the result won't be as good due to the lack of resources.

Illustration for Implies Insufficiency
If we skimp on the ingredients, the cake won't taste good.
Visual representation of the word "Skimp"

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