The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word EXTRAVAGANCE
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The straight part
We know that "wastefulness" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case wastefulness = extravagance.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does EXTRAVAGANCE mean?
EXTRAVAGANCE noun- Excessive or superfluous expenditure of money.
- Prodigality, as of anger, love, expression, imagination, or demands.