stingily
|stin/gi/ly|
B2
/ˈstɪn.dʒɪ.li/
(stingy)
unwilling to give
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stingy' originates from the English dialect word 'stinge,' which meant 'to sting or cause pain.'
Historical Evolution
'stinge' transformed into the adjective 'stingy,' and eventually the adverb 'stingily' was formed.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cause pain or discomfort,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'unwilling to give or spend.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that is unwilling to give or spend; sparingly.
He donated stingily to the charity, despite his wealth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35