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utilization

The graph shows a high utilization rate for the new solar panels.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The state of having been made use of: The condition or fact of something being used or employed.
    • The act of using: The action of making practical or effective use of something.
Usage
  • As a noun: "Utilization" is a formal term that refers to the degree or manner in which a resource, such as equipment, time, or a facility, is used. It often implies efficient or effective use.
    • The utilization of the new software has increased productivity.
    • We need to improve the utilization of our office space.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • The hospital monitors the bed utilization rate closely.
    • Efficient energy utilization is a key goal for the company.
    • His report analyzed the utilization of funds in the project.
Advanced Usage
  • "Rate of utilization": A measure, often expressed as a percentage, of how much of a resource's capacity is being used over a specific period.
    • The factory's machine utilization rate is currently at 85%.
  • "Capacity utilization": The extent to which an enterprise or a nation uses its installed productive capacity.
    • Low capacity utilization can be a sign of an economic downturn.
Variants and Related Words
  • Utilize (verb): To make practical and effective use of something.
    • The team will utilize the latest technology.
  • Utilizable (adjective): Capable of being used.
    • The data is utilizable for our research.
  • Underutilization (noun): The state of not being used to full capacity.
    • The underutilization of skilled workers is a waste.
Synonyms
  • Use: The act of employing something for a purpose. (More general)
  • Employment: The action of using something.
  • Application: The act of putting something to a specific use.
Antonyms
  • Disuse: The state of not being used.
  • Neglect: Failure to use or care for something.
utilization

The graph shows a high utilization rate for the new solar panels.

Noun
  1. the state of having been made use of
    • the rate of utilization
  2. the act of using
    • he warned against the use of narcotic drugs
    • skilled in the utilization of computers