squander
Translation
to squander, to waste
Examples
He squandered all his money on gambling.
He squandered all his money on gambling.
Don't squander this amazing opportunity.
Don't squander this amazing opportunity.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((on sth.)) to waste (sth.) on (sth.) He squandered all his money on gambling.
Similar Words
Synonyms: waste, misspend, dissipate; Antonyms: save, conserve
Etymology
Origin uncertain, but possibly related to 'scatter'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'squandering' as scattering something valuable until it's gone. It has a negative, wasteful feel.