Miserly and Munificent

Opposite meaning words

Miserly adjective - Giving or sharing as little as possible.

Usage example: my brother, who is notoriously miserly, surprised us when he offered to pick up the tab

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Munificent is an antonym for miserly.

Nearby Words: miserable, miserliness, miser

Munificent adjective - Giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation.

Usage example: a munificent host who has presided over many charitable events at his mansion

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Miserly is an antonym for munificent in generous topic.

Nearby Word: munificence

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