conserve

/kənsˈɜːv/

/kənˈsɝv/

to conserve

MAIN VERB

to keep something from change or harm

synonyms : keep up

keep constant through physical or chemical reactions or evolutionary change

preserve with sugar

use cautiously and frugally

synonyms : economise

antonyms : waste

Conserve

fruit preserved by cooking with sugar

synonyms : conserves

Examples

1. The monitor's energy-saving mode helps conserve power.

2. Conserving water is beneficial for the environment.

3. Conserving water is important for the sustainable use of natural resources.

4. She put the computer into sleep mode to conserve energy.