utilize

verb
UK: /ˌjuː.tɪ.laɪz/
US: /ˈjuː.t̬ə.laɪz/

  1. To use something in an effective way

    1. We utilize solar power.
    2. The company will utilize new strategies to increase profits this year.

  2. To make practical and effective use of something

    1. Utilize your skills!
    2. The school must utilize all available resources to support the students.

Synonyms

employ exploit apply harness use

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "utilize" in English means: To use something in an effective way, To make practical and effective use of something.

The phonetic transcription of "utilize" is /ˌjuː.tɪ.laɪz/ in British English and /ˈjuː.t̬ə.laɪz/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "utilize": employ, exploit, apply, harness, use.

Example usage of "utilize": "We utilize solar power.". More examples on the page.