conserve

noun verb

Stress: second syllable

Syllables: con-serve (2)
English Definition

Protect something from harm or destruction; use carefully.

Example Sentence

We must conserve our water resources.

US IPA /kənˈsɜːrv/
UK IPA /kənˈsɜːv/

Synonyms

preserve save protect maintain guard

Antonyms

waste squander destroy