Wasting

/ˈweɪstɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of using or expending carelessly.

The wasting of resources affects the environment.

a gradual decline or deterioration.

The wasting of the snowpack this winter was alarming.

verb

present participle of waste; to use or expend carelessly or to no purpose.

He is wasting his time by not studying for the exam.

to undergo a gradual decline or wasting away.

The disease caused her body to start wasting away.

From the Old English 'wæstan', meaning to waste or to wither.

wasting away

Refers to losing weight or strength, often due to illness or neglect.

wasting time

Engaging in activities that are not productive or meaningful.

wasting resources

Using resources in a way that does not produce significant benefits.

waste

To use carelessly or inefficiently.

squander

To waste something, especially money or resources, in a reckless manner.

dwindle

To gradually diminish in size, amount, or strength.

Wasting good

He’s just wasting good, there's no point in letting it go to waste.

Wasting space

That old sofa is just wasting space in the living room.