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skimp Antonyms

Opposite of skimp

Because the opposite of skimp shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To expend or use less money, time, or material on something than is necessary in an attempt to economize.

Usage Example

"The contractor was accused of trying to splurge on safety materials to increase his profit margin."

Strongest
splurge
lavish
Strong
squander

• verb (Context 2)

To supply someone with an insufficient or meager allowance of something, or to perform a task hastily and carelessly.

Usage Example

"You should never indulge a coat of primer when painting raw wood."

Strong
indulge
spoil

Similar words to skimp

Words similar to skimp shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

scrimp
stint
scant
pinch pennies
cut corners
shortchange
economize
hold back
See all synonyms of skimp

• Nearby Words

skillset
skim
skimmings
skimp
skimpily
skimpiness
skimpy

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Skimp. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/skimp
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