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wasted

The correct spelling is wasted.

How to pronounce wasted

/ˈweɪstɪd/
verb

IPA: /ˈweɪstɪd/

Say it like: Was-ted

The correct spelling is wasted. To devastate, destroy For example: "We wasted millions of dollars and several years on that project."

Usage Examples

We wasted millions of dollars and several years on that project.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To devastate, destroy
  2. 2.To squander (money or resources) uselessly; to spend (time) idly.
  3. 3.To kill; to murder.
  4. 4.To wear away by degrees; to impair gradually; to diminish by constant loss; to use up; to consume; to spend; to wear out.
  5. 5.Gradually lose weight, weaken, become frail.

adjective

  1. 1.Not profitably used.
  2. 2.Ravaged or deteriorated.
  3. 3.Emaciated and haggard.
  4. 4.Very drunk or stoned.
  5. 5.Low weight-for-height (for a person).

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