Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fritter-away
verb
/ˈfrɪtər əˌweɪ/
Definition
To waste time or resources in a trivial or unproductive manner.
Examples
- She tends to fritter away her weekends on insignificant tasks instead of pursuing her hobbies.
- Don’t fritter away your savings on frivolous items; save for something meaningful.
- He frittered away his time at school, and now regrets not studying harder.
Meaning
The act of spending time, often in a careless or unconsidered way, leading to a sense of loss or regret.
Synonyms
- waste
- squander
- dawdle
- misuse
- spend foolishly
