Definitions

scatter

[skat-er] / ˈskæt ər /

VERB

strew, disperse

Synonyms

STRONGEST

discard distribute divide fling litter pour shatter shower spray spread sprinkle

STRONG

besprinkle broadcast cast derange diffuse disband dispel disseminate dissipate disunite diverge expend intersperse migrate part scramble separate set sever shed sow spend sunder

WEAK

disject put to flight run away set asunder split up take off in all directions throw around throw out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

collect gather hold keep maintain retain

STRONG

accumulate combine join receive save unite

Example Sentences

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Scatter generously over the chorizo for contrast, support and delightful crackle.

From Salon • Aug. 5, 2025

Scatter the peas over the rice, then cover the pan.

From Washington Times • Oct. 6, 2023

The views grow richer as you ascend more steeply through a former burn area before reaching alpine meadows on the way to Scatter Lake.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 28, 2023

Scatter with, well, whatever — fresh herbs, chile flakes, flaky salt, sure.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2022

Ishmael pushed on down the back side of Lundgren and turned onto Scatter Springs Drive.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson

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