Economic Resources Vocabulary

verb to use up or reduce something in quantity or size

• The excessive use of natural resources is causing them to deplete at an alarming rate.
• I need to be careful not to deplete my savings by spending too much on unnecessary things.
• I can't believe how quickly she managed to deplete her entire stash of snacks.
• His constant negative attitude seems to deplete the energy of everyone around him.

noun the act or process of depleting or the state of being depleted; reduction in the number or quantity of something

• The depletion of natural resources is a serious concern for environmentalists.
• We need to address the depletion of resources before it's too late.
• The constant shopping sprees are causing a major depletion in my bank account.
• Her constant negativity is like a depletion of positive energy in the room.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. Example: The used-up car was in need of repairs.

verb A word that expresses an action or a state of being. Example: She used up all of her energy during the race.

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. Example: The used-up batteries needed to be replaced.

adverb A word that modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. Example: She quickly used up all of her savings.

• The supplies were completely used up during the expedition.
• We've used up all the snacks, so we'll need to buy more.
• I used up all my data streaming videos on my phone.
• She felt like she had used up all her energy dealing with difficult customers all day.