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Which word best defines "parsimonious"?

A extravagant
B altruistic
C frugal
D munificent

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Parsimonious means unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy or frugal. 'Frugal' is the closest synonym.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which word best defines "parsimonious"?" is Option C: frugal.

The other options — A) extravagant, B) altruistic, D) munificent — are incorrect for this GRE Exam Prep question. As explained above: Parsimonious means unwilling to spend money or use resources; stingy or frugal. 'Frugal' is the closest synonym.

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