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NIGGARDLY

(adj.sat, adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Niggardly.

Niggardly - as an adjective satellite

Petty or reluctant in giving or spending

Example: "A niggardly tip"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
grudging12scrimy

Niggardly - as an adjective

Withholding for the sake of meanness; stingy, miserly.

Niggardly - as an adverb

In a parsimonious way; sparingly, stingily.

Example Sentences

"He made a niggardly donation to the charity."
"The company's niggardly policies regarding employee benefits were highly criticized."
"Despite his wealth, he lived a niggardly lifestyle."
"The restaurant received negative reviews due to its niggardly portions."
"She received a niggardly salary for her hard work."
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Word Game Points

Is NIGGARDLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, niggardly is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NIGGARDLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is NIGGARDLY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, niggardly is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NIGGARDLY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is NIGGARDLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, niggardly is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NIGGARDLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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