SCATTER
Scrabble letter values: S1C3A1T1T1E1R1 = 9
Definition
- noun a haphazard distribution in all directions. — synonyms: spread
- noun the act of scattering. — synonyms: scattering, strewing
- verb to cause to separate and go in different directions. — synonyms: disperse, dissipate, dispel, break_up
- verb move away from each other. — synonyms: disperse, dissipate, spread_out
- verb distribute loosely. — synonyms: sprinkle, dot, dust, disperse
- verb sow by scattering.
- verb cause to separate. — synonyms: break_up, disperse
- verb strew or distribute over an area. — synonyms: spread, spread_out
Examples
- “She waved her hand and scattered the crowds”
- “The crowds dispersed”
- “The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached”