wasteful

//ˈweɪst.fəl//
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Adjective

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1

Using or expending resources carelessly or extravagantly; not economical.

Leaving the lights on all day is wasteful.

2

Causing or involving unnecessary loss or damage.

The old heating system was wasteful and caused unnecessary energy loss.