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Miserly Crossword Clue

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Crossword clue last updated: 07/09/2026

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Hint 1: Meaning
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity; "a mean person"; "he left a miserly tip"
Hint 2: Synonyms
MEAN, TIGHT, MINGY
Hint 3: Best answers
MEAN, TIGHT, PENNYPINCHING

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All 8 answers for Miserly

Miserly with 4 letters (1)

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MEAN4

Miserly with 5 letters (2)

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TIGHT5
MINGY5

Miserly with 7 letters (1)

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MINGIER7

Miserly with 8 letters (1)

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MINGIEST8

Miserly with 11 letters (1)

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TIGHTFISTED11

Miserly with 12 letters (1)

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PARSIMONIOUS12

Miserly with 13 letters (1)

AnswerLetters
PENNYPINCHING13

Synonyms for Miserly

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What's the best solution for Miserly?

The most likely answer for the crossword clue Miserly is MEAN. Other possible answers include TIGHT, PENNYPINCHING, TIGHTFISTED, PARSIMONIOUS, mingier, mingiest, mingy.

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We have found 8 possible answers for the crossword clue Miserly.

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We list 5 synonyms related to Miserly. Common alternatives include MEAN, MINGY, TIGHT, MINGIER.

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