Word: Economical

Pronunciation

/ˌiːkəˈnɑːmɪkəl/

Definitions

• Adjective: (of a person or their actions) Showing careful management of resources, especially money; thrifty.

  • Example Sentence: “She was very economical with her time and managed to complete all tasks efficiently.”

  • Also means (of a product, process, or system) achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

  • Example Sentence: “The new car model is both economical and environmentally friendly due to its fuel efficiency.”

Phrases

• “To be economical with the truth”: To not reveal all the relevant information or facts, often deliberately withholding some details.
• “Economical living”: A lifestyle characterized by frugality and minimal waste.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “He chose the more economical option for his holiday travel by taking the train instead of flying.”
• “Her economical use of materials allowed her to create several outfits from just one dress pattern.”

Synonyms

• Thrifty
• Frugal
• Cost-effective
• Efficient
• Inexpensive
• Budget-friendly
• Money-saving
• Prudent
• Conservative (with resources)
• Penny-wise