stingy
adjective
reluctant to give or spend; not generous; penurious.
stingier
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comparativeof stingy.comparative
The form of an adjective or adverb indicating a greater degree of a quality.
Example Sentences
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Insurers waged an extensive lobbying campaign to push up the final rates, warning that seniors would face higher costs and stingier benefits if federal payments weren’t adequate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 6, 2026
When employers cut jobs because of weak demand, they typically also become stingier with wages for those who remain employed.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
If an interest rate cap is too tight, all but the highest-rated customers might face higher annual fees and stingier rewards.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 14, 2026
That’s because the charitable deduction is getting slightly stingier next year for wealthy households that itemize.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 6, 2025
“Or maybe they got rich by being stingier, so they’ll pay less,” Muthu said.
From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman
