consumed
- 01 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.
Simple“The family consumed all the food in the fridge over the weekend.”
In context“The industrial sector consumed nearly forty percent of the nation's total energy output during the peak winter months.”
UsageAs a transitive verb, it always requires a direct object representing the resource or item used.
- 02 C1 Advanced
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.
Simple“He was consumed by guilt after he forgot his best friend's wedding.”
In context“She became entirely consumed by her research, often working through the night and neglecting her social obligations.”
UsageUsually followed by the preposition 'by' or 'with'.
Antonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.completely destroyed by a fire.
v.to be completely destroyed or taken over by fire or a similar destructive force.
Simple“The old wooden barn was quickly consumed by the flames.”
In context“The historic library was unfortunately consumed by the fire before the local emergency services could arrive on the scene.”
“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.”