1. the quality or state of being frugal; careful management of money and resources to avoid waste

Examples

• Her frugalness allowed her to save enough money for a down payment on a house.
• The family's frugalness meant buying generic brands and cooking meals at home.
• His frugalness was admirable, but sometimes it made him seem overly cautious with spending.
• Frugalness doesn't mean never enjoying yourself; it means being intentional about your purchases.
• The company's frugalness during lean years helped it survive the economic downturn.
• She practiced frugalness by reusing containers and avoiding unnecessary purchases.