Basic Details
Word: Frugal
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Careful in spending money; using resources wisely.
Synonyms: Thrifty, economical, sparing
Antonyms: Extravagant, wasteful, lavish
Idioms and Phrases
- Frugal as a squirrel: Describing someone who saves and stores resources carefully. Example: "My grandmother is frugal as a squirrel; she always has a stash of food saved up for winter."
- Spendthrift to frugal: A change from being wasteful to being careful with money. Example: "After learning about budgeting, he went from being a spendthrift to frugal in just a few months."
Usage Examples
Example 1: He is very frugal and always looks for discounts before making a purchase.
Example 2: Their frugal lifestyle has allowed them to save a significant amount of money for their future.
Example 3: Being frugal doesn't mean you can't enjoy life; it just means being smart with your choices.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "frugal" comes from the Latin word "frugalis," meaning "sparing or thrifty"? It has been used in English since the late 15th century!
Famous Quote
"It's not how much money you make, but how much you keep." Robert Kiyosaki
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "frugal" mean?
a) Careless in spending money
b) Careful in spending money
c) Always rich
d) Unaware of expenses
Answer: b) Careful in spending money
2. Which of these is a synonym of "frugal"?
a) Spendthrift
b) Extravagant
c) Thrifty
d) Lavish
Answer: c) Thrifty
3. What is the opposite of "frugal"?
a) Careful
b) Wasteful
c) Savvy
d) Smart
Answer: b) Wasteful
4. Which sentence uses "frugal" correctly?
a) She is very frugal and often throws huge parties.
b) The frugal gardener carefully planned out her planting to maximise space.
c) He spends frugally on extravagant gifts for everyone.
d) They are frugal because they waste a lot of food.
Answer: b) The frugal gardener carefully planned out her planting to maximise space.
5. Which idiom suggests changing from wasteful to careful with money?
a) Frugal as a squirrel
b) Spendthrift to frugal
c) A penny saved is a penny earned
d) Saving for a rainy day
Answer: b) Spendthrift to frugal
