Economize Meaning
/iˈkɑnəmaɪz/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
verbTo practice being economical (by using things sparingly or in moderation, and by avoiding waste or extravagance).
verbTo use frugally.
Sentence Examples
Let's economize on time.
Living is dear, accordingly we have to economize.
CEFR Practice Quiz
To save for a vacation, we must ____ by eating out less often.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Let's ____ on time.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English economy Proto-Indo-European *-id- Proto-Indo-European *-yéti Proto-Indo-European *-idyéti Proto-Hellenic *-íďďō Ancient Greek -ῐ́ζω (-ĭ́zō)bor. Late Latin -izōder. Middle French -iserbor. Middle English -isen English -ize English economize From economy + -ize.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
To save for a vacation, we must ____ by eating out less often.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Let's ____ on time.