economical
adjective
Simple meaning
Careful with money so as not to spend too much.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɛkəˈnɑmɪkəl
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Definition
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adjective
Careful with money so as not to spend too much; prudent; thrifty.
cricket
Having a low economy rate.
Saving money or resources.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
More ways to use economical
- “Buying in bulk can be a very economical way to save money.”adjective
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The system of production and distribution and consumption.
An expert in the science of economics.
Of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth.
With respect to economic science.
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