consumed

word · lemma: consume

/kənˈsumd/
kuhn-SOOMD
/kənsˈuːmd/
kuhn-SOOMD

Definition

'Consumed' means eaten, used up, or completely taken in. It can refer to food, resources, or being deeply affected by something, like emotions or thoughts.

Usage & Nuances

Usually passive or as a past participle (was consumed, have consumed). Common with food, fuel, time, or emotions ('consumed by guilt'). Figurative: 'consumed with' often means deeply affected by a feeling.

Example Sentences

All the food was consumed at the party.

basic

The fire quickly consumed the old house.

basic

She was consumed by jealousy.

basic

Most of his time is consumed with meetings these days.

natural

By midnight, all the energy drinks had been consumed.

natural

He looked tired, as if he were consumed by worry.

natural