conserve
Translation
to conserve, to save, to protect
Examples
We must conserve water during the drought.
We must conserve water during the drought.
He is trying to conserve his energy.
He is trying to conserve his energy.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to protect (sth.) from harm or destruction. We must conserve water.
Similar Words
Synonyms: preserve, protect, save; Antonyms: waste, squander
Etymology
From Latin 'conservare' (to keep, preserve). 'con-' (together) + 'servare' (to keep).
Memory Tips
Imagine you 'serve' something by keeping it safe all 'together' ('con-').