wasteful
word
Definition
Using more of something than necessary, causing waste. It describes people or actions that do not use resources carefully.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used in negative contexts, often with "of" phrases: 'wasteful of time', 'wasteful habits'. More formal than 'waste' when describing people or flawed systems. Not usually used for one-time small mistakes.
Spanish: desperdiciado - derrochadorPortuguese (BR): desperdiçador - gastadorPortuguese (PT): desperdiçador - gastadorChinese (Simplified): 浪费的Chinese (Traditional): 浪費的Hindi: फिजूलखर्चीArabic: مُسْرِف
Example Sentences
Leaving the lights on all day is wasteful.
basic
He is wasteful with his money and buys things he doesn't need.
basic
Throwing away good food is wasteful.
basic
Their company policies are really wasteful and outdated.
natural
Buying bottled water every day is wasteful if you have clean tap water at home.
natural
Try not to be wasteful when using paper; every little bit helps the environment.
natural