Economical meaning

What does “economical” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“economical” is an adjective with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness.

economical

using the minimum of time or resources necessary for effectiveness
“an economic use of home heating oil”
“a modern economical heating system”
Synonymseconomic
of or relating to an economy, the system of production and management of material wealth
“economic growth”
“aspects of social, political, and economical life”
Synonymseconomic
avoiding waste
“an economical meal”
“an economical shopper”
Synonymsfrugal scotch sparing stinting

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University