Consumption — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /kən-ˈsəm(p)-shən/ con·sump·tion

Meaning & Definition of Consumption

Consumption (noun)

  1. the act or process of consuming
  2. use by or exposure to a particular group or audience
  3. use of something

Consumption (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in splurge

    similar: splurge, extravagance, extravagancy, lavishness, prodigality, profusion, wastefulness, bountifulness, generosity, liberality, improvidence, squandering, indulgence, overindulgence, self-indulgence, excess, immoderacy, overkill
    opposite: economy, frugality, penny-pinching, austerity, moderation, restraint, temperance

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Consumption

The most common words with a similar meaning to Consumption:

splurge, extravagance, extravagancy, lavishness, prodigality, profusion, wastefulness, bountifulness, generosity, liberality, improvidence, squandering, indulgence, overindulgence, self-indulgence, excess, immoderacy, overkill

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Consumption

Words with the opposite meaning of Consumption:

economy, frugality, penny-pinching, austerity, moderation, restraint, temperance

Origin & Etymology of Consumption

Middle English consumpcioun, from Latin consumption-, consumptio, from consumere see consume

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Consumption

Words & Phrases Containing Consumption

conspicuous consumption

Frequently Asked Questions about Consumption

What does "Consumption" mean?

"Consumption" means the act or process of consuming. As a noun, it is defined as: the act or process of consuming.

What is another word for "Consumption"?

Other words for "Consumption" include splurge, extravagance, extravagancy, lavishness, prodigality, profusion, wastefulness and bountifulness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Consumption" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Consumption"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Consumption". Common alternatives include splurge, extravagance, extravagancy, lavishness, prodigality, profusion, wastefulness, bountifulness, generosity and liberality.

What is the opposite of "Consumption"?

Antonyms of "Consumption" include economy, frugality, penny-pinching, austerity, moderation, restraint and temperance.

Is "Consumption" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Consumption" is a noun.

Is "Consumption" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Consumption" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Consumption"?

"Consumption" is pronounced /kən-ˈsəm(p)-shən/ and divided into syllables as con·sump·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Consumption"?

"Consumption" comes from Middle English consumpcioun, from Latin consumption-, consumptio, from consumere see consume. First known use: 14th century.