Thrifty — Defs

01 a. Given to, or evincing, thrift; characterized by economy and good menegement of property; sparing; frugal.

1.
Given to, or evincing, thrift; characterized by economy and good menegement of property; sparing; frugal.
“Her chaffer was so thrifty and so new.” — Chaucer.

“I am glad he hath so much youth and vigor left, of which he hath not been thrifty.” — Swift.
2.
Thriving by industry and frugality; prosperous in the acquisition of worldly goods; increasing in wealth; as, a thrifty farmer or mechanic.
3.
Growing rapidly or vigorously; thriving; as, a thrifty plant or colt.
4.
Secured by thrift; well husbanded.[R.]
“I have five hundred crowns, The thrifty hire I saved under your father.” — Shak.
5.
Well appearing; looking or being in good condition; becoming.[Obs.]
“I sit at home, I have no thrifty cloth.” — Chaucer.

Syn. Frugal; sparing; economical; saving; careful.