consume (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈsuːm/

Definition

To eat, drink, or use up something.

Examples

• The new car consumes less fuel than the old one.

• He consumed a large meal before the race.

• Many people consume too much sugar.

How to Use consume

consume X (collocation)

To use or eat X. — "The car consumes too much gasoline."

consume X (collocation)

To destroy X completely. — "The flames consumed the old wooden shed."

consume X (collocation)

To absorb X's attention or emotions. — "He was consumed by grief after his loss."

Synonyms of consume

Words with a similar meaning to consume:

• eat
• use
• devour
• expend

Antonyms of consume

Words with the opposite meaning to consume:

• produce
• save
• generate

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