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Meaning of wasteful
The primary meaning of "wasteful" is having or showing no concern for saving or using resources efficiently.
Etymology of wasteful
The word "wasteful" originates from the Old English and Old Norse words "wast" and "væsa", respectively, which mean "desolate" or "empty".
Historically, the term has evolved to encompass not only the idea of physical desolation but also the concept of unnecessary expenditure or loss of resources.
Synonyms
extravagant
prodigal
profligate
lavish
wasteful
spendthrift
imprudent
reckless
careless
thoughtless
frivolous
unnecessary
excess
surplus
redundant
superfluous
needless
wanton
riotous
dissipative
improvident
injudicious
ill-advised
unthrifty
uneconomical
extravagant
squandering
dissipating
consuming
Definitions
- Having or showing no concern for saving or using resources efficiently, resulting in unnecessary loss or expenditure.
- * Using or expending something, especially resources, unnecessarily or carelessly.
Usage Examples
- The company's wasteful spending on unnecessary projects led to significant financial losses.
- * It's wasteful to leave the lights on all day when no one is using them.
Antonyms
frugal
thrifty
economical
prudent
careful
thoughtful
necessary
essential
required
moderate
restrained
conservative
sparing
stingy
parsimonious
penny-pinching
miserly
efficient
resourceful