scatter (Meaning)

Wordnet

scatter (n)

a haphazard distribution in all directions

the act of scattering

Wordnet

scatter (v)

to cause to separate and go in different directions

move away from each other

distribute loosely

sow by scattering

cause to separate

strew or distribute over an area

Webster

scatter (v. t.)

To strew about; to sprinkle around; to throw down loosely; to deposit or place here and there, esp. in an open or sparse order.

To cause to separate in different directions; to reduce from a close or compact to a loose or broken order; to dissipate; to disperse.

Hence, to frustrate, disappoint, and overthrow; as, to scatter hopes, plans, or the like.

Webster

scatter (v. i.)

To be dispersed or dissipated; to disperse or separate; as, clouds scatter after a storm.

scatter Sentence Examples

  1. The wind scattered the leaves across the lawn like confetti.
  2. The explosion scattered debris in all directions.
  3. The farmer scattered the seeds evenly over the field.
  4. The teacher scattered the students into groups for the project.
  5. The raindrops scattered against the windowpane, creating a rhythmic patter.
  6. The cat scattered the birdseed from the feeder.
  7. The lights scattered the darkness, illuminating the room.
  8. The stars scattered across the night sky, casting a faint glow.
  9. The crowd scattered in panic when the fire broke out.
  10. The children scattered their toys all over the playroom.

FAQs About the word scatter

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The wind scattered the leaves across the lawn like confetti.

The explosion scattered debris in all directions.

The farmer scattered the seeds evenly over the field.

The teacher scattered the students into groups for the project.