scrimping
How many syllables in scrimping?
There are 2 syllables in the word scrimping.How to pronounce scrimping:
Synonyms for scrimping:
conserving
economical
economizing
frugal
preserving
provident
prudent
saving
sparing
thrifty
Antonyms for scrimping:
bad with money
careless
cavalier
destructive
dissipated
dissipative
excessive
extravagant
free-spending
generous
heedless
high-rolling
immoderate
improvident
imprudent
incautious
inconsiderate
incontinent
inefficient
intemperate
irresponsible
lavish
liberal
luxurious
needless
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