Waste
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British pronunciation/wˈe‍ɪst/
American pronunciation/ˈweɪst/

Definition & Meaning of "waste"

to waste
01

to use something without care or more than needed

to waste definition and meaning
02

to use financial or material resources recklessly, extravagantly, or in a manner that lacks prudent management

03

to eliminate or kill someone

04

to dispose of or eliminate something

05

to gradually lose physical strength, usually due to illness, malnutrition, or other adverse conditions

06

to cause extensive destruction; to lay waste to an area, structure, or resource

07

to cause something to shrink or become weaker gradually

Waste
01

an uninhabited wilderness that is worthless for cultivation

waste definition and meaning
02

materials that have no use and are unwanted

03

useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly

04

the act of putting something such a resource to wrong or careless use

05

(law) reduction in the value of an estate caused by act or neglect

01

situated in a barren, desolate, or remote area, often characterized by its isolation and lack of resources

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Example
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The company was criticized for its tendency to waste resources without considering environmental impacts.
It's unfortunate that some people waste electricity by leaving lights on when they're not needed.
She tends to waste water by leaving the faucet running while brushing her teeth.
Over the months, the harsh conditions of the prison camp wasted the prisoners.
The wealthy spendthrift wasted money on lavish parties and unnecessary luxuries.
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