economical

/ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪkəl/
adjective
  1. Using money, time, or resources carefully and without waste; not expensive to use or operate.
    • She is an economical shopper who always looks for the best deals.
    • Buying in bulk is more economical than buying small packages.
    • This car is very economical on gas, so I save money at the pump.
  2. Using the minimum amount of something (such as words or effort) needed to achieve a result.
    • An economical speaker gets straight to the point.
    • His writing style is economical, using few words to say a lot.
    • The chef was economical with spices, using just enough to flavor the dish.
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