economical

pronunciation

How to pronounce economical in British English: UK [ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkl] word uk audio image

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Adjective:

using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness
of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth
avoiding waste

Word Origin

economical (adj.): 1570s, "pertaining to household management;" from economic + -al (1). Sense of "pertaining to political economy" is from 1781, but that sense more commonly goes with economic, and the main modern sense of this spelling is "thrifty" (1780). Related: Economically.

Synonym

adj.

budget low-cost money-saving low-budget cost-effective economy high-yield

adj.

scrimping penny-wise parsimonious saving sparing efficient frugal provident thrifty economizing chary prudent

Antonym

adj.

luxurious uneconomical extravagant

Example

1. High oil prices have made it economical to extract .

2. But households and businesses are prone to huge swings during peak times and are less economical overall .

3. It 's economical and helps your waistline as well .

4. Economical management is paramount in china .

5. Some of the most efficient and economical energy solutions combine energy sources .

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