Synonyms for Wasteful (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (wasteful of resources):
uneconomic, uneconomical
WordNet sense 2 (recklessly wasteful):
extravagant, prodigal, profligate
WordNet sense 3 (not producing desired results; wasteful):
inefficient
WordNet sense 4 (causing destruction or much damage):
destructive
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