1. the quality or state of being extremely frugal or stingy with money
Usage: formal

Examples

• His penuriousness was legendary among his friends, who knew he would never pick up the check.
• The company’s penuriousness toward employee benefits led to high turnover rates.
• Despite her wealth, her penuriousness prevented her from enjoying life’s pleasures.
• The old man’s penuriousness meant he lived in poverty despite having substantial savings.
• Her penuriousness extended to refusing to turn on the heat even in winter.
• The restaurant’s penuriousness with portion sizes disappointed many customers.