wastrel
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for wastrel, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who spends time or money recklessly, without care for the consequences.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A 19th-century coinage combining waste with the pejorative suffix -rel, as in "scoundrel."
Full origin of wastrel →Frequently asked questions
What does “wastrel” mean?
The word “wastrel” means someone who spends time or money recklessly, without care for the consequences. In plain terms, an old-fashioned word for someone who wastes money, time, or resources recklessly.
How do you pronounce “wastrel”?
“Wastrel” is pronounced WAYST-ruhl (/ˈweɪstɹəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “wastrel” in a sentence?
Here is “wastrel” used in a sentence: “His father called him a wastrel for blowing his savings on gambling.”
What part of speech is “wastrel”?
“Wastrel” is a noun.
Where does the word “wastrel” come from?
The word “wastrel” dates back to around 1800. A 19th-century coinage combining waste with the pejorative suffix -rel, as in "scoundrel.".