wastefulness

• Substantivo que designa a qualidade ou o hábito de usar recursos de maneira descuidada, imprudente ou inútil, frequentemente causando perdas desnecessárias ou ineficiência.

A noun referring to the quality or trait of using resources carelessly, thoughtlessly, or without benefit, often resulting in unnecessary loss or inefficiency.

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1. Trait of wasting resourcesB2formal

   The characteristic or habit of using resources carelessly, excessively, or without need.

   Desperdício

   • The company's wastefulness led to significant financial losses.
   • His wastefulness with water during the drought was criticized.
   • Wastefulness in manufacturing can harm the environment.

   Sinônimosdissipationextravaganceimprovidencelavishnessprodigalityprofligacysquanderingthriftlessnesswaste

   Antônimoseconomyfrugalitythrift

2. Useless or profitless activityB2formal

   Engaging in activities that consume time, energy, or materials without producing any benefit or value.

   Desperdício

   • Spending hours on pointless meetings is a form of wastefulness.
   • The project was criticized for its wastefulness of talent and effort.
   • Wastefulness in government spending often leads to public outcry.

   Sinônimosdissipationextravaganceprofligacysquanderingwaste

   Antônimosbenefiteconomyefficiencyfrugalityproductivitythriftusefulnessvalue