Depletion: meaning, definitions and examples
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depletion
[ dɪˈpliːʃn ]
resource
The reduction of something by a large amount so that there is not enough left.
Synonyms
consumption, diminution, exhaustion
Examples of usage
- The depletion of natural resources is a serious concern for environmentalists.
- The depletion of the ozone layer is causing global warming.
energy
The act or process of using all of something, so that there is none left.
Synonyms
consumption, drainage, exhaustion
Examples of usage
- The depletion of energy resources is a major issue for future generations.
- The depletion of fossil fuels is contributing to climate change.
finance
The reduction in the value of an asset over time.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The depletion of the company's assets led to its bankruptcy.
- The depletion of savings due to overspending.
Translations
Translations of the word "depletion" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esgotamento
🇮🇳 क्षीणता
🇩🇪 Erschöpfung
🇮🇩 penipisan
🇺🇦 виснаження
🇵🇱 wyczerpanie
🇯🇵 枯渇 (こかつ)
🇫🇷 épuisement
🇪🇸 agotamiento
🇹🇷 tükenme
🇰🇷 고갈
🇸🇦 استنفاد
🇨🇿 vyčerpání
🇸🇰 vyčerpanie
🇨🇳 耗尽
🇸🇮 izčrpanost
🇮🇸 þurrð
🇰🇿 сарқылу
🇬🇪 გამოფიტვა
🇦🇿 tükənmə
🇲🇽 agotamiento
Etymology
The word 'depletion' originated from the Latin word 'depletio', which means 'a draining out'. It has been used in English since the late 16th century to refer to the reduction or exhaustion of something. The concept of depletion has become increasingly important in modern times due to concerns about the depletion of natural resources, energy sources, and financial assets.
See also: depletable, depleting.
Word Frequency Rank
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