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Wastrel (Noun)

Meaning

Someone who dissipates resources self-indulgently.

Classification

Nouns denoting people.

Examples

  • The young nobleman was labelled a wastrel by his parents for spending the family fortune on lavish parties and exotic vacations.
  • After squandering his inheritance on expensive alcohol and poor investments, James earned a reputation as a wastrel in the community.
  • Despite his potential, the musician's career stagnated as he became a wastrel, sinking his royalties into substance abuse and silly indulgences.
  • Known for his excessive spending, the outgoing entrepreneur was often criticized for being a wastrel, despite his charm and charisma.
  • Fearing for the future of the family business, the board of directors viewed the new CEO as a wastrel, citing his frivolous spending on executive perks and bonuses.

Synonyms

  • Waster

Hypernyms

  • Squanderer
  • Profligate
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