Squander

/ˈskwɒndər/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To waste (something, especially money or time) in a reckless and foolish manner.

He squandered his inheritance on extravagant purchases.

To spend or use up carelessly or extravagantly.

She squandered her free time on trivial activities instead of studying.

To allow an opportunity to pass by without taking action.

Don't squander the chance to improve your skills while you have the time.

To waste something valuable or significant.

They squandered their talents by not pursuing their dreams.

Middle English, from Old French ' squanderer', from 'esquander', meaning to scatter or disperse.

squander one's time

to waste time on unimportant activities

squander resources

to use resources inefficiently or wastefully

squander money

to spend money recklessly or unnecessarily

waste

to use or expend carelessly, extravagantly, or without restraint

dissipation

the act of wasting or squandering, especially energy or resources

extravagance

lack of restraint in spending money or using resources

blow one's cash

He blew his cash on the latest smartphone.

throw money down the drain

Buying a new car when you can't afford it is just throwing money down the drain.