English Synonym Finder

expend

Definitions

To spend or use up a resource, such as money, time, or energy.

To pay out or distribute funds for a specific purpose.

Examples

The company decided to expend a significant portion of its budget on research and development.

Athletes often expend a great deal of energy during intense training sessions.

Synonyms

spend consume disburse use up exhaust outlay squander

Antonyms

save hoard conserve accumulate preserve keep store