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wastefully

[weyst-fuh l-ee]

wastefully Definition

  • 1in a way that uses more of something than is necessary or desirable
  • 2in a way that causes something to be wasted or not used effectively

Using wastefully: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wastefully" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She spent her money wastefully on unnecessary things.

  • Example

    The company was using energy wastefully.

  • Example

    He ate wastefully, leaving half of his food uneaten.

wastefully Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wastefully

Antonyms for wastefully

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Summary: wastefully in Brief

The adverb 'wastefully' [weyst-fuh l-ee] describes an action that uses more of something than necessary or desirable, or causes something to be wasted or not used effectively. It is often used to describe spending money or using resources in an inefficient manner, as in 'She spent her money wastefully on unnecessary things.' 'Wastefully' is an antonym of 'efficiently,' and synonyms include 'needlessly,' 'extravagantly,' and 'recklessly.'