Definition

The quality of being very unwilling to spend money or share resources, often to an extreme degree.

Example

His miserliness made it difficult for him to enjoy life or make friends.

Conversation

Have you noticed how his miserliness affects our group outings?

Yeah, it makes things a bit awkward when he always wants to split the bill.

Exactly! It feels like he doesn't want to contribute at all.

I know, it can be frustrating when someone is so focused on saving money.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miserliness → It is formed from "miser" (from Latin *miser*, meaning wretched or unhappy) and "-liness" (meaning the quality of). The word "miserliness" refers to the quality of being miserly or stingy, often associated with unhappiness in sharing wealth.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'wretched' ('miser') because they are unwilling to share their wealth, which helps you remember that 'miserliness' means the quality of being stingy.

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