Definition of Chintzy
Chintzy
Chin·tzy


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Unwilling to spend money; stingy or miserly.

e.g. The chintzy boss refused to give his employees a raise.

(adjective)
decorated with or resembling chintz, a cotton fabric characterized by its multicolored prints and glazed finish, typically used for upholstery and curtains;

e.g. She sat on an uncomfortable chintzy couch and looked around the room.

(adjective)
cheap, miserly, or stingy, not giving or generous;

e.g. I hope they will not be chintzy when investing in the redesign.



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