throwaway
2 synonyms for throwaway, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Designed to be used once and then discarded.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
discarded
How to use throwaway
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
throwaway line
throwaway culture
throwaway comment
Etymology
A deverbal formation from throw away.
Full origin of throwaway →Frequently asked questions
What does “throwaway” mean?
The word “throwaway” means designed to be used once and then discarded. In plain terms, disposable, or said casually without much thought.
How do you use “throwaway” in a sentence?
Here is “throwaway” used in a sentence: “We try to avoid throwaway plastic cutlery.”
What part of speech is “throwaway”?
“Throwaway” is an adjective.
