utilise
/'ju:tilaiz/ Cách viết khác : (utilise) /'ju:tilaiz/
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Definition
- Verb:
- To put something into service or use: To employ an object, resource, or skill for a practical purpose or to achieve a specific result.
- To make use of something effectively: To apply something in a way that derives benefit or serves a function.
Usage
The verb "utilise" (also spelled "utilize") describes the act of using something. It often implies a purposeful, effective, or practical application of an available resource, tool, or ability. It is a more formal synonym for "use."
Examples
- Verb:
- How do you utilise this new software in your daily work?
- The company aims to utilise renewable energy sources more effectively.
- She utilised her knowledge of French to help the tourists.
Advanced Usage
"To utilise something to its full potential": To use something in the most effective and complete way possible.
- The new manager wants to utilise the team's skills to their full potential.
"To utilise something for a purpose": To use something specifically to achieve a certain goal.
- They utilised the empty warehouse for storage.
Variants and Related Words
Utilization (noun): The action of making practical and effective use of something.
- The efficient utilization of resources is a key goal.
Utilizable (adjective): Capable of being used.
- Not all the data collected was utilizable.
Synonyms
- Use: To employ for a purpose.
- Employ: To make use of.
- Apply: To put to use, especially for a particular purpose.
- Exploit: To use a resource or situation to gain an advantage (can have a neutral or negative connotation).
Antonyms
- Waste: To use or expend carelessly or without purpose.
- Ignore: To refuse to take notice of or use.
Related Phrases
"To utilise an opportunity": To take advantage of a chance.
- He was quick to utilise the opportunity to present his idea.
"Under-utilised": Not used to its full capacity.
- The facility remains under-utilised most of the year.
Verb
- put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
- use your head!
- we only use Spanish at home
- I can't use this tool
- Apply a magnetic field here
- This thinking was applied to many projects
- How do you utilize this tool?
- I apply this rule to get good results
- use the plastic bags to store the food
- He doesn't know how to use a computer