squander
Translation
to squander, to waste, to fritter away
Examples
He squandered his inheritance on gambling.
He squandered his inheritance on gambling.
Don't squander this opportunity.
Don't squander this opportunity.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((on sth.)) to waste (sth.) in a reckless and foolish manner He squandered his money on cars.
Similar Words
Synonyms: waste, dissipate, fritter away; Antonyms: save, conserve
Etymology
The origin is uncertain, but it might be related to 'scatter'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'squashing' your money until it's gone, or 'wandering' around spending it foolishly.