utilization

[ yoot-l-ahy-zey-shuhn ]

noun

1. an act or instance of making practical or profitable use of something:

   I don't think this plan results in the best utilization of tax dollars.

Other Words From

• mis·u·ti·li·za·tion especially British, mis·u·ti·li·sa·tion noun
• non·u·ti·li·za·tion especially British, non·u·ti·li·sa·tion noun
• o·ver·u·ti·li·za·tion especially British, o·ver·u·ti·li·sa·tion noun
• pre·u·ti·li·za·tion especially British, pre·u·ti·li·sa·tion noun
• re·u·ti·li·za·tion especially British, re·u·ti·li·sa·tion noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of utilization¹

First recorded in 1840–45; utiliz(e) ( def ) + -ation ( def )

Example Sentences

Demand is expected to continue its downward trajectory in the coming years as California increases its utilization of renewable energy sources.

From Los Angeles Times

In an August presentation aimed at investors, the company said it planned to increase its capacity utilization.

From Los Angeles Times

The personification of the state and its utilization as a means of selective punishment is precisely what America’s founding fathers fought against.

From Salon

“The utilization of cupping to treat soft tissue pain and discomfort could make the athlete feel better,” Stepp said.

From Salon

Therefore, a new optical device capable of bidirectional and omnidirectional wavelength adjustment is needed to maximize the utilization of wavelength control technology.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• application
• discharge
• employment
• usage