— wastefully , adv. — wastefulness , n.
/wayst"feuhl/ , adj.
1. given to or characterized by useless consumption or expenditure: wasteful methods; a wasteful way of life.
2. grossly extravagant; prodigal: a wasteful party.
3. devastating or destructive: wasteful war.
[ 1250-1300; ME; see WASTE, -FUL ]