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squander money
/ˈswɒndər ˈmʌni/
waste money carelessly
He squandered his inheritance on luxury cars and vacations.
He wasted his inheritance on unnecessary luxury items and trips.
informal
To spend money in a wasteful or extravagant way, often without careful consideration.
She squandered her savings on impulse purchases.
She wasted her savings on unplanned and unnecessary items.
The company squandered its profits on failed projects.
The company wasted its profits on unsuccessful ventures.
This phrase is often used to criticize reckless spending or poor financial decisions.
Collocations
squander money onto waste money on something specificsquander money awayto waste money gradually over time
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Avoiding Squandering Money
To prevent squandering money, create a budget and stick to it. Prioritize needs over wants and consider the long-term value of your purchases.
Gold Rule
Financial Responsibility
Always think twice before making large purchases. Ask yourself if the expense is necessary or if it can be delayed or avoided.
Word Origin
The verb 'squander' comes from the Middle French 'esquander,' meaning to scatter or disperse. The phrase 'squander money' emphasizes the careless dissipation of financial resources.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in informal contexts to describe financial irresponsibility. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the waste of other resources, such as time or opportunities.
Word Breakdown
squander
to waste or use carelessly
rootmoney
currency or financial resources
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