utilized

Definitions

To make practical and effective use of something.

To put into service or turn to a profitable account.

Examples

The chef utilized fresh herbs to enhance the flavor of the soup.

The company utilized advanced software to streamline their production process.

She utilized her spare time to learn a new language.

Synonyms

employed applied used exercised exploited operated harnessed

Antonyms

ignored neglected discarded wasted misused avoided abandoned