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SCATTER

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Scatter.

How to pronounce scatter:

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Scatter - as a noun

A haphazard distribution in all directions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spread9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dispersion13distribution15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of scattering

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
scattering13strewing12

Scatter - as a verb

To cause to separate and go in different directions

Example: "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break updispel9disperse11dissipate12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
divide11separate10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Move away from each other

Example: "The crowds dispersed"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disperse11dissipate12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
part6separate10split7
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Distribute loosely

Example: "He scattered gun powder under the wagon"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disperse11dot4dust5sprinkle14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
discharge16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Sow by scattering

Example: "Scatter seeds"

Cause to separate

Example: "Break up kidney stones"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
break updisperse11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change integrity
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Strew or distribute over an area

Example: "He spread fertilizer over the lawn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
spread9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
circulate13distribute13pass aroundpass on
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She accidentally knocked over a vase, causing the flowers to scatter across the floor."
"The wind blew and scattered the leaves in all directions."
"The birds scattered as soon as they heard the loud noise."
"He dropped the bag of marbles, and they scattered everywhere."
"The children scattered when the teacher entered the room."
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Word Game Points

Is SCATTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scatter is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SCATTER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is SCATTER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scatter is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SCATTER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is SCATTER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scatter is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SCATTER has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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