discarded
UK: dɪsˈkɑːdɪd | US: dɪsˈkɑːrdɪd
vt. 1. to get rid of something as no longer useful or desirable
vt. 2. to reject or abandon (an idea, principle, or person)
The word "discard" originates from the late 16th century, derived from the card game term meaning "to throw away a card from one's hand." The prefix "dis-" (away) combines with "card" (from Old French "carte," meaning playing card), reflecting the act of removing something from use. Over time, it broadened to mean rejecting or abandoning anything deemed unnecessary. The "-ed" suffix marks the past tense or participle form.
She discarded the old newspapers to make space.
The team discarded the initial design due to flaws.
He felt discarded after his friends ignored him.
The chef discarded the spoiled ingredients.
The policy was discarded after public criticism.