wastefulness (Meaning)

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wastefulness (n)

the trait of wasting resources

useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly

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the trait of wasting resources, useless or profitless activity; using or expending or consuming thoughtlessly or carelessly

extravagance,generosity, prodigality, lavishness, liberality, improvidence, profusion,extravagancy, overindulgence, overkill

economy, frugality, economy, frugality, temperance, austerity, austerity, restraint, penny-pinching, moderation

The excessive consumption and disposal of resources resulted in alarming levels of wastefulness.

Their lavish spending habits and opulent lifestyle epitomized wastefulness.

The factory's inefficient practices led to a staggering amount of wastefulness in their production process.

The government's wasteful spending on inflated contracts drew widespread criticism.