GRE Word List

PARSIMONY

the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift

The meaning of the word parsimony is the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift.

Random words

WordMeaning
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testatora person who dies leaving a will or testament in force
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smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way
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