economical
Pronunciation: [ɪˌkɒnəˈmɪkəl]
Word
Context: “money management”
(adjective) when something doesn't spend a lot of money and helps save or use money wisely. It's like finding a great deal when you buy something or using less gas in a car.
Example
Her new car is very economical because it gets great mileage.
Example
Buying fresh fruit may not be economical if you let it go bad before eating it.
Example
What are some economical ways to save money on groceries?
Context: “resource use”
(adjective) when something uses resources, like time or materials, in a smart way without wasting them. Imagine turning off lights to save electricity—it's economical.
Example
The new heating system is economical because it uses less energy.
Example
His plan was not economical, as it wasted a lot of time and materials.
Example
Can you think of an economical solution to reduce waste at school?
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