In the question below choose the option opposite in meaning to the word(s) Underlined:

It is generally believed that misers are not loved by many

  • A spendthrifts
  • B spenders
  • C hoarders
  • D savers
jamb 1987english-language

The correct answer is B. spenders

 miser is a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.

"a typical miser, he hid his money in the house in various places"

synonyms:

penny-pincher · pinchpenny · niggard · cheese-parer · Scrooge · hoarder · saver · 

the opposite of a miser is a spender which refers to a person who spends money in a specified manner. Synonyms: spend, disburse, expend

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