derroche

waste

noun deh-RROH-cheh Rare

Origin: From derrochar (to squander), origin uncertain, possibly from a root meaning to scatter.

Also means

squandering

Usage Note

Derroche denotes extravagant waste of money, resources, or energy — un derroche de dinero público ('a waste of public money'). It can also be used admiringly in Spain for an impressive abundance: un derroche de energía ('an incredible outpouring of energy'). The verb is derrochar and the person who wastes is un derrochador.

Examples

"El proyecto fue un derroche de recursos."

Natural Translation

The project was a waste of resources.

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