In the question below choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fills the gap(s).:
The austerity of the times has made people to be more .... in their spending

thestar

9 years ago

in disagree with the option chosen, the answer should be "miserly"

Favouruniquewilliams

1 year ago

Circumspect Meaning
Circumspect primarily means being cautious, prudent, and careful.

Miserly
Miserly, on the other hand, means being extremely frugal or stingy, often to an excessive degree.

Difference
While both words can relate to financial caution, they have distinct connotations:

1. *Circumspect*: Implies careful consideration and prudence.
2. *Miserly*: Implies excessive stinginess or reluctance to spend.

In the context of the original sentence, "circumspect" fits better, as it suggests people are being cautious and prudent due to economic difficulties, rather than being excessively stingy.

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thestar

9 years ago

I disagree with the option chosen, the answer should be "miserly"

nnorom

9 years ago

yes is miserly,been cautions of money