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niggardly

/ˈnɪɡərdli/ adjective · British & US
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What does niggardly mean?

adjective

Miserly or stingy in giving or sharing; reluctant to give or bestow.

Example

"The niggardly philanthropist donated a small fraction of his wealth to charity."

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