waste

adjective B1

Meaning

Waste means something that is not used or is no longer needed, often causing loss.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "waste" with "want"—wasting means using something badly, while wanting means desiring something.

Example Sentences

Is it a waste to throw away old clothes ?
It is waste money to buy things you do not need .
It is waste time to argue about small mistakes .
It is waste to throw away food that is still good .

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