Scrimy (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Petty or reluctant in giving or spending; "a niggardly tip".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- He was known for being scrimy with his money, often leaving tiny tips at restaurants.
- The scrimy investor refused to put more funds into the struggling business.
- Her scrimy nature made it difficult for her to donate to charity, even when she had the means.
- The scrimy landlord was notorious for raising rent while neglecting to make necessary repairs.
- After being scrimy with his friends for years, he found himself without anyone to turn to in times of need.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Dirty and disgusting; "worry about the gossip and secretiveness and other scrimy sides"- Al Hine.
Classification
All adjective clusters.