squander
Squander (verb) means to waste money, time, or an opportunity carelessly. Example: “He squandered his inheritance on bad investments.”
How to use squander
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo waste something valuable — money, time, or a chance — through carelessness.
Word forms
squandered past tense, squanders singular
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He _____ his inheritance on bad investments.
Etymology
First recorded in the late 1500s meaning "to spend recklessly"; origin uncertain, possibly a blend of "scatter" and "wander."
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What does “squander” mean?
The word “squander” means to waste money, time, or an opportunity carelessly. In plain terms, to waste something valuable — money, time, or a chance — through carelessness.
How do you pronounce “squander”?
“Squander” is pronounced SKWOND-uh (/ˈskwɑn.dɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “squander” in a sentence?
Here is “squander” used in a sentence: “He squandered his inheritance on bad investments.”
What part of speech is “squander”?
“Squander” is a verb.
Where does the word “squander” come from?
The word “squander” dates back to around 1500. First recorded in the late 1500s meaning "to spend recklessly"; origin uncertain, possibly a blend of "scatter" and "wander.".
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