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economical

/ˌɛk.əˈnɑ.mɪ.kəl/adjective5 syllables

Economical means: avoiding waste.

Synonyms for economical22

adjective, as in avoiding waste

frugal, scotch, sparing, stinting, thrifty

adjective, as in using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness

economic, efficient

adjective, as in of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth

economic

also used for economical

abstemious, penny-pinching, canny, chary, moderate, cheap, close with a buck, bargainous, inexpensive, low-cost, brand X, budget, cheapie, cheapo, cheesy

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What does economical mean?3

adjective

1

avoiding waste“an economical meal”

2

using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness“an economic use of home heating oil”

3

of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth“economic growth”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with economical?2

three syllables

comical

five syllables

astronomical
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Economical in a sentence

  • It's more economical to go by bus instead of taking a taxi.Swift
  • This problem bristles with difficulties both psychological and economical.unknown
  • A small car is more economical than a large one.CK
  • Small cars are very economical because of their low fuel consumption.BraveSentry
  • Expensive things often prove more economical in the long run.CM
  • They closed down the ferry service since it was no longer economical.CK
  • Some people say that traveling by plane is rather economical.qdii
  • Some people say that travel by air is rather economical.unknown

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