economical
economical Lexical Profile
economical Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Giving good value or return in relation to the money, time, or effort expended; not wasteful.
"A small hybrid car is much more economical to run than a large truck."
Careful not to waste money or resources; thrifty and prudent.
"She is an economical shopper who always compares unit prices before buying groceries."
Using no more of something (especially words or style) than is strictly necessary; concise.
"The author is known for her crisp, economical prose that conveys deep emotion in just a few words."
Word Nuance & Usage
"Economical" means thrifty, cost-effective, or avoiding waste (e.g., an economical car), whereas "economic" relates to the broader economy or the field of economics (e.g., economic growth).
• Rhymes for economical
Word Origin & Etymology
Formed in the late 16th century from "economic" plus the suffix "-al", ultimately tracing back via Latin to the Ancient Greek "oikonomikos" (practiced in the management of a household or family), from "oikos" (house) and "nemein" (to manage).