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

However, newer vehicles and scanners can make use of a WiFi or Bluetooth connection to pass data back and forth. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026

At the same time, more than nine in 10 Americans say the federal government has the power to make a positive impact on society — suggesting many believe the current administration is not making use of that power. — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 21 Oct. 2026

Europe should build on this approach, making use of its partners’ strengths to benefit both their and its own security. — Claas Mertens, Foreign Affairs, 19 Oct. 2026

The company made use of burgeoning microneedle patch technology, placing the microneedles in select designs like stars and hearts on the patch, and embedding pigments in the miniscule needles. — Avery Stone, Time, 15 Oct. 2026