Cool MateMeaning of Discard
To get rid of something that is no longer needed or wanted.
In simple words: To throw something away or get rid of it.
Discard in a sentence
- Please discard any items that are damaged.
- He decided to discard the old furniture before moving.
- Don't discard your dreams so easily.
- After the experiment, we need to discard the used materials.
- You should discard any unnecessary files from your computer.
- The chef had to discard the spoiled ingredients.
How to use Discard
Use 'discard' when talking about getting rid of things that are no longer wanted or needed. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.
Grammar pattern
discard + object
Memory hint
Think of 'discard' as 'dis' + 'card' - when you throw away a card you no longer need.
Related words
Collocations with Discard
- discard a plan
- discard evidence
- discard old habits
Synonyms for Discard
- throw away
- dispose of
- junk
- cast off
- abandon
Common mistakes with Discard
- Confuse with 'dispose of' which has similar meaning but is more formal.
- Use 'discard' incorrectly with non-physical items, like feelings.
- Misuse the tense; should be 'discarded' in past forms.
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More words like Discard
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- CorpseB1
The dead body of a human or animal.
- TypicalA2
Representing the usual characteristics of a particular group or situation.
- VaporB1
A gaseous state of a substance that is typically liquid at room temperature.
- TraditionA2
A custom or belief passed down over time within a group.
- ApproachB2
A way of dealing with a situation or a method of doing something.
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Frequently asked questions about Discard
What does Discard mean?
To throw something away or get rid of it.
What is the definition of Discard?
To get rid of something that is no longer needed or wanted.
How do you use Discard in a sentence?
Please discard any items that are damaged.
Can you give another example of Discard?
He decided to discard the old furniture before moving.
What are synonyms for Discard?
Common alternatives include throw away, dispose of, junk, cast off, abandon.
What is the opposite of Discard?
Opposite meanings include keep, retain, preserve.
What words go with Discard?
It commonly pairs with discard a plan, discard evidence, discard old habits.
What are common mistakes when using Discard?
Confuse with 'dispose of' which has similar meaning but is more formal. Use 'discard' incorrectly with non-physical items, like feelings. Misuse the tense; should be 'discarded' in past forms.
How do you pronounce Discard?
US: //dɪsˈkɑrd//, UK: //dɪsˈkɑːd//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Discard?
Use 'discard' when talking about getting rid of things that are no longer wanted or needed. It's appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.
What CEFR level is Discard?
"Discard" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.