GRE Word List

TIGHTWAD

a close or miserly person

The meaning of the word tightwad is a close or miserly person.

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WordMeaning
dutifulfilled with or motivated by a sense of duty
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
lowhaving a small upward extension or elevation
lachrymosegiven to tears or weeping : tearful
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
growlrumble
poreto gaze intently
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
castrateto deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes