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waster

 

[ ˈweɪstər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

someone who wastes resources

A waster is a person who recklessly uses or spends resources without concern for the consequences. This term is often used to describe individuals who are wasteful or irresponsible in their consumption habits.

Synonyms

profligate, spendthrift, squanderer

Examples of usage

  • He's such a waster, always leaving the lights on and the water running.
  • Don't be a waster, turn off the tap when you're not using it.
Context #2 | Noun

an unsuccessful or unproductive person

In slang terms, a waster can also refer to someone who is seen as lazy, unproductive, or unsuccessful. This usage often implies a lack of ambition or motivation.

Synonyms

idler, loafer, slacker

Examples of usage

  • He's just a waster, never bothering to look for a job.
  • Don't be a waster and waste your potential.

Translations

Translations of the word "waster" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desperdiçador

🇮🇳 अपव्ययी

🇩🇪 Verschwender

🇮🇩 pemboros

🇺🇦 марнотратник

🇵🇱 marnotrawca

🇯🇵 浪費家 (rōhika)

🇫🇷 gaspilleur

🇪🇸 derrochador

🇹🇷 israfçı

🇰🇷 낭비자 (nangbija)

🇸🇦 مبذر

🇨🇿 marnotratník

🇸🇰 márnotratník

🇨🇳 浪费者 (làngfèi zhě)

🇸🇮 razsipnik

🇮🇸 eyðslumaður

🇰🇿 ысырапшыл

🇬🇪 ფლანგველი

🇦🇿 israfçı

🇲🇽 derrochador

Word origin

The word 'waster' originated from the Middle English 'wastere', which meant 'destroyer' or 'one who lays waste'. It has evolved over time to encompass the idea of someone who wastes resources or is unproductive. The term has negative connotations and is often used to criticize individuals for their careless or idle behavior.

See also: wastage, wasted, wasteful, wastefulness, wasteland, wastrel.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,731 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.