discard

Pronunciation

Verb B1 Intermediate

To throw something away because it's no longer needed or wanted.

"He discarded the old newspapers before recycling day."

Synonyms and antonyms

dispose of throw away

keep retain

"Discard" is more formal than "throw away" and is common in card games, where players discard unwanted cards.

Which word fits the gap? "He _____ the old newspapers before recycling day."

Answer: discard

In your own words, what does "discard" mean?

To throw something away because it's no longer needed or wanted.