What is synonym of utilize?
The words employ and use are common synonyms of utilize.
What is the meaning of to utilize?
to make use of
Definition of utilize
transitive verb. : to make use of : turn to practical use or account I’m a great person for utilizing waste power— Robert Frost.
Is utilize a formal word?
The word utilize is often a more formal way to express “putting something to use.” If you don’t have time to go to the store but you need to come up with a science project, you might utilize what’s already in the kitchen. Most of the time you can use the verb use as a synonym for utilize.
What is the difference between used and utilized?
Use means to consume from a limited supply or take something to achieve a result. Utilize means to use something beyond its intended purpose.
Why do people say utilize instead of use?
Utilize means to get a result effectively; use doesn’t carry the “effective” connotation. Utilize means to give a use to something that was previously useless (this may share the improvisation idea with #1). Utilize is neutral, while use has a negative connotation (as in “I feel used”).
How do you use utilize in a sentence?
Utilize sentence example. She will only utilize it for common good. If I can somehow utilize this gift I can’t do it without all your help. Cynthia continued to utilize her camera, apologizing for her time-consuming perfectionism.
What is the noun for utilize?
Word family (noun) utilization (adjective) utilizable (verb) utilize. From Longman Dictionary of Contemporary Englishu‧til‧ize (also utilise British English) /ˈjuːtəlaɪz/ ●○○ AWL verb [transitive] formal to use something for a particular purpose We must consider how best to utilize what resources we have.
What does fully utilize mean?
Verb. To get the full benefit (from something)
When should I use the word utilize?
‘Utilize’ is typically used to suggest a new, profitable, or practical use for something. But English speakers have been finding -ize useful since the 16th century, and words that employ it come in handy every day (for example, authorize, capitalize, realize, and stabilize).
Which is better use or utilize?
Therefore, use can always be used, but utilize should only be used when indicating a creative use. Some writers throw in the word “utilize” to sound smart, but when doing so in the wrong context, they sound anything but.
Is utilize grammatically correct?
What is the adjective of utilize?
Word family (noun) utilization (adjective) utilizable (verb) utilize.
Why you shouldn’t use the word utilize?
How do you use Utilise in a sentence?
1. The cook will utilise the leftover ham bone to make soup. 2.
What is a verb of Utilisation?
/ˈjuːtəlaɪzɪŋ/ jump to other results. utilize something (as something) to use something, especially for a practical purpose synonym make use of. The Romans were the first to utilize concrete as a building material. The resources at our disposal could have been better utilized.
What’s an example of utilize?
To utilize is to make use of something or to find a practical purpose for something. An example of utilize is when your college degree helps you get a job.
What is the noun of utilize?
utilisation. The act of using something. The manner in which something is used.