Word
consumed
Phoneticscon·sumed, stress on the second syllable
US/kənˈsumd/
UK/kənsˈuːmd/
Definitions
01used or eaten
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. used something up, or ate or drank something.
v. the past tense of consume, indicating the act of using a resource or ingesting food or drink.
“The family consumed all the food in the fridge over the weekend.”
“The industrial sector consumed nearly forty percent of the nation's total energy output during the peak winter months.”
Usage
As a transitive verb, it always requires a direct object representing the resource or item used.
02filled with emotion
C1 · Advanced Literary
adj. to be completely filled with a very strong feeling like guilt, love, or anger.
adj. completely preoccupied or overwhelmed by a specific, intense emotion or interest.
“He was consumed by guilt after he forgot his best friend's wedding.”
“She became entirely consumed by her research, often working through the night and neglecting her social obligations.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'by' or 'with'.
Antonyms
03destroyed by fire
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. completely destroyed by a fire.
v. to be completely destroyed or taken over by fire or a similar destructive force.
“The old wooden barn was quickly consumed by the flames.”
“The historic library was unfortunately consumed by the fire before the local emergency services could arrive on the scene.”
Real-World Examples
“The jury heard that Gartshore had consumed alcohol before the incident.” “They also experienced improved blood pressure and consumed more calcium, protein, and vitamin D.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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