Synonyms for

Sparingly

Verb / ˈsperɪŋli: / Another word for sparingly — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a way that is limited or restrained

Synonyms & similar words

meagrely amply slenderly meagerly frugally moderately economically carefully conservatively meagerly scantily lightly infrequently rarely sparsely slightly barely seldom occasionally inadequately

Example sentences

  1. He uses his allowance sparingly so he can save money.
  2. She added water sparingly to the paint to make it last longer.
  3. The chef seasoned the dish sparingly because he didn't want it to be too salty.
  4. The family lived sparingly to make ends meet.
  5. The gardener used the fertilizer sparingly to avoid harming the plants.

Quotes

  • 'It is not the quantity but the quality of knowledge which determines the mind's dignity.' - William Ellery Channing
  • 'The heart that gives, gathers.' - Tao Te Ching
  • 'Less is more.' - Robert Browning

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