wasted
|wast/ed|
/ˈweɪstɪd/
(waste)
unwanted material
Etymology
'wasted' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wēst', where 'wēst' meant 'desolate or empty'.
'wēst' transformed into the Middle English word 'wasten', and eventually became the modern English word 'waste'.
Initially, it meant 'desolate or empty', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'used up or expended carelessly'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'waste'.
They wasted their time on trivial matters.
Adjective 1
extremely intoxicated by alcohol or drugs.
He was so wasted after the party that he couldn't remember anything.
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Adjective 2
used up or expended carelessly.
The resources were wasted on unnecessary projects.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35