Synonyms of make use of

make use of

phrase

as in use

to put into action or service

We made use of a waterproof camera to photograph undersea life.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• use
• utilize
• employ
• bring to bear
• operate
• apply
• exercise
• harness
• exploit
• handle
• manipulate
• work
• direct
• wield
• reuse
• run
• recycle
• cannibalize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignore
• neglect
• misuse
• misapply

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of make use of

Throughout the three levels of the building are a handful of office suites tenants could make use of, with space for individual offices, an open concept office, conference rooms, coffee bar and more. — Morgan Matzen, Sioux Falls Argus Leader, 28 Aug. 2026

Part of the deal hinges on a future road connection that could make use of the plot immediately behind the house. — Noah Daly august 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Aug. 2026

Both shows make use of the parody defense, of course, that being the sly way for comedic artists to cash in on someone else’s intellectual property by insisting that their motives are honorably satirical. — Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026

Parents have increasingly made use of Florida’s religious exemption. — Miami Herald, 24 Aug. 2026