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Definition of thriftily : 1. Carefully; properly; becomingly.
2. In a thrifty manner.

Synonyms:

moderately, economically, prudently, self-denyingly, sparingly, cheaply

frugally, ascetically, stingily, meanly, pettily, miserly, austerely, parsimoniously, meagerly, abstemiously, tightly

Usage examples:

• With the easing of the money burden, the merchants in the tributary towns began thriftily to take advantage of the low rates to renew their stocks; long- deferred visits and business trips suddenly became possible; and the saying that it was cheaper to travel than to stay at home gained instant and grateful currency. - "The Grafters", Francis Lynde.
• They had scraped together some little savings, and might take a few months of summer holiday by thriftily spending their handful of cash. - "Footsteps of Fate", Louis Couperus.
• They forgot to switch off the electric light, leaving Maxine to do it, thriftily, between serving courses. - "Gigolo", Edna Ferber.