word
Consumption
Kuh-NSUH-mpshuhn
/kʌˈnsʌmpʃʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
consumption
Dictionary meaning
The act of consuming something.
Examples
- The consumption of energy has increased steadily.
Synonyms: using up, expenditure
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