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5+ Synonyms for Spendthrift & Similar Words

Definition of spendthrift

adjective
  1. recklessly wasteful; "prodigal in their expenditures"
noun
  1. someone who spends money prodigally

5 synonyms found

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What are synonyms for spendthrift?
Synonyms for spendthrift include: extravagant, prodigal, profligate, spender, wasteful.
How many synonyms does spendthrift have?
Spendthrift has 5 synonyms.

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