Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for consumption. Search instead for oil+consumption.
Definitions

consumption

[kuhn-suhmp-shuhn] / kənˈsʌmp ʃən /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In the past, economists didn’t worry too much about conspicuous consumption among the rich.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 13, 2026

Yet they are also among the most energy-intensive operations in manufacturing, accounting for roughly 40% to 50% of global industrial energy consumption.

From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026

Mayor of Boston, Michelle Wu, said her office was working on opening a "consumption area" for supporters.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The strength of both the May CPI and PPI reports signals that the Fed’s benchmark inflation gauge, the personal consumption expenditures price index, will deliver another firm print.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Dr. W. C. Hueper of the National Cancer Institute has warned that “the danger of cancer hazards from the consumption of contaminated drinking water will grow considerably within the foreseeable future.”

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson




Vocabulary lists containing consumption


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "consumption" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com