What is a synonym for miserly?

Here are some synonyms for "miserly," depending on the specific nuance you want to convey:

General:

* Stingy

* Cheap

* Parsimonious

* Thrifty (can have a positive connotation, so be careful)

* Close-fisted

* Penny-pinching

* Tight-fisted

More negative connotations:

* Greedy

* Avaricious

* Scrooge-like

* Ungenerous

* Uncharitable

More formal:

* Frugal

* Economical

The best synonym will depend on the context of your writing.