utilized
Definition
- Adjective:
- Put to use; made to serve a practical purpose: Describes something that is actively employed or made functional for a specific task or objective. It implies the conversion of a resource, object, or skill from a state of potential into active service.
Usage
- The adjective "utilized" is used to describe a noun, indicating that it is being actively used. It often carries a nuance of efficient or practical application, contrasting with something that is available but idle.
- It typically follows a linking verb (e.g., , , ) or precedes the noun it modifies.
Examples
- Adjective:
- The newly utilized software improved the team's productivity significantly.
- All available conference rooms were fully utilized during the convention.
- Her skills in diplomacy were utilized to resolve the conflict.
Advanced Usage
- "Underutilized": Not used to full potential or capacity.
- The report showed that the community center was underutilized.
- "Fully utilized": Used to the maximum extent or capacity.
- The factory's capacity was fully utilized to meet the increased demand.
Variants and Related Words
- Utilize (verb): To make practical and effective use of something.
- We must utilize our resources wisely.
- Utilization (noun): The action of making practical use of something.
- The utilization of solar energy is increasing.
- Utility (noun): The state of being useful, profitable, or beneficial.
- The utility of this tool is its versatility.
Synonyms
- Employed: In use or active service.
- Applied: Put to practical use.
- Used: Made to serve a purpose.
Antonyms
- Idle: Not active or in use.
- Unused: Not being used.
- Wasted: Used carelessly or to no purpose.
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