squandering
/ˈskwɑndərɪŋ/
verb
- Present participle of squander: wasting something, especially money or an opportunity, in a foolish or careless way.
- He is squandering his youth on video games instead of studying.
- The government was accused of squandering taxpayer money on unnecessary projects.
- Stop squandering your talent and start working toward your goals.
noun
- The act of wasting something in a foolish or careless way.
- The squandering of natural resources is a serious global issue.
- His constant squandering of time frustrated his boss.
- The squandering of the family fortune was a tragedy.
adjective
- Tending to waste things; wasteful.
- The squandering lifestyle of the rich and famous is often criticized.
- Her squandering habits left her broke at the end of every month.
- A squandering approach to budgeting will never lead to financial security.
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