— thriftily , adv. — thriftiness , n.
/thrif"tee/ , adj., thriftier, thriftiest .
1. practicing thrift or economical management; frugal: a thrifty shopper.
2. thriving, prosperous, or successful.
3. thriving physically; growing vigorously.
[ 1325-75; ME; see THRIFT, -Y 1 ]
Syn. 1. sparing, saving. See economical .